S. 2861 · 118th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal Act
What it does
This act provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King in recognition of her courageous and groundbreaking leadership in advancing equal rights for women in athletics, education, and society.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Sep 26, 2024 (Public Law). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2024 House roll 1137 |
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and PassBillie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal Act | D 197–0 · R 111–87 |
Passed 308–87 |
Latest action
Sep 26, 2024 · Became Public Law No: 118-88.