HR 6944
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, in recognition of her contribution to the Nation and her courageous and groundbreaking leadership advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community in athletics, education, and our society.
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to honor Billie Jean King with a Congressional Gold Medal for her significant contributions to American society. The bill recognizes her pioneering role in advancing equal rights for women and the LGBTQ community through her achievements in tennis, advocacy for Title IX, and the creation of women’s professional tennis circuits. It also acknowledges her leadership in establishing organizations promoting women’s sports and equality, and her impact on challenging gender stereotypes and promoting inclusivity.
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Alan S. Lowenthal
Cosponsors
Barbara Lee
Carolyn B. Maloney
Donna E. Shalala
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