S.Res. 500 (112th): A resolution celebrating the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, also known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, and recognizing the need to continue pursuing the goal of equal educational opportunities for all women and girls.

Introduced:
Jun 20, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Patty Murray [D-WA]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on June 20, 2012. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Jun 20, 2012
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Jun 20, 2012
Cosponsors
41 cosponsors (30D, 9R, 2I) (show)
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Last updated Jun 20, 2012.
4 pages

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6/20/2012--Passed Senate without amendment.
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced.
The summary of that version is repeated here.) Celebrates the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, also known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, in increasing opportunities for women and girls in all facets of education.
Reaffirms the Act's commitment to and continued importance in:
(1) ending discrimination against women and girls in elementary, secondary, and higher education; and
(2) providing them with equal opportunities in athletics.

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  • Title 20: EDUCATION
  • Chapter 38: DISCRIMINATION BASED ON SEX OR BLINDNESS
  • Section 1681: Sex