Bill Summary
This resolution, passed by the Senate, congratulates the United States Women's National Soccer Team for their victory in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. It acknowledges the team's accomplishments, including winning the tournament for the second time in a row and scoring the most goals in a single game and throughout the entire tournament. It also recognizes the individual players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the team's success and stands in solidarity with the team as they fight for equal pay. The resolution also celebrates the dedication of fans who supported the team throughout the tournament.
Possible Impacts
1. The legislation recognizes and congratulates the United States Women's National Soccer Team for their achievements in winning the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, which could potentially boost morale and recognition for the players and the sport of women's soccer.
2. The legislation also acknowledges the fight for equal pay for female athletes, highlighting the ongoing issue of gender pay gap and its impact on women in sports.
3. By celebrating the contributions of fans from all over the world, the legislation could potentially promote a sense of unity and pride among supporters of the USWNT and women's soccer in general.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 296 Introduced in Senate (IS)]
<DOC>
116th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. RES. 296
Congratulating the United States Women's National Soccer Team for
winning the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.
_______________________________________________________________________
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
July 31, 2019
Mr. Menendez (for himself, Ms. Collins, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Reed, Mr.
Durbin, Mr. Jones, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Coons, Ms.
Baldwin, Mr. Bennet, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Casey, Ms. Harris, Mr. Leahy, Mr.
Brown, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Booker, Mr. Cardin, Ms. Stabenow,
Mr. Markey, Ms. Klobuchar, Ms. Duckworth, Ms. Warren, Ms. Cortez Masto,
Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Warner, Ms. Sinema, Mr. Merkley, Ms.
Hassan, Mr. Peters, Mr. Kaine, Mrs. Shaheen, Mr. Carper, Mr.
Whitehouse, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Schumer, and Ms. Murkowski) submitted the
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation
_______________________________________________________________________
RESOLUTION
Congratulating the United States Women's National Soccer Team for
winning the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Whereas, on July 7, 2019, in Lyon, France, the United States Women's National
Soccer Team (referred to in this preamble as the ``USWNT'') won the 2019
FIFA Women's World Cup (referred to in this preamble as the ``Women's
World Cup'');
Whereas during the Women's World Cup the USWNT finished first in its group
before eliminating teams representing Spain, France, and England in the
knockout stages to reach the final;
Whereas the USWNT secured a decisive 2-0 victory over the Netherlands in the
final, winning the Women's World Cup championship twice in a row and
becoming the first team to win the Women's World Cup 4 times;
Whereas the USWNT scored the first goal in every match it played during the
Women's World Cup;
Whereas, in the final match against the Netherlands, Megan Rapinoe scored in the
61st minute and Rose Lavelle scored in the 69th minute of the match;
Whereas Crystal Dunn, Alyssa Naeher, and other members of the defensive line
played key roles in preventing the Netherlands from scoring against the
United States;
Whereas all 23 players on the roster should be congratulated, including captains
Carli Lloyd, Alex Morgan, and Megan Rapinoe, as well as Morgan Brian,
Abby Dahlkemper, Tierna Davidson, Crystal Dunn, Julie Ertz, Adrianna
Franch, Ashlyn Harris, Tobin Heath, Lindsey Horan, Ali Krieger, Rose
Lavelle, Allie Long, Jessica McDonald, Samantha Mewis, Alyssa Naeher,
Kelley O'Hara, Christen Press, Mallory Pugh, Becky Sauerbrunn, and Emily
Sonnett;
Whereas head coach Jill Ellis, the first coach to win consecutive FIFA Women's
World Cup titles, displayed extraordinary leadership in adjusting the
team's starting lineup as the tournament progressed in order to promote
teamwork and capitalize on the talents of each player;
Whereas Megan Rapinoe was presented with the Golden Boot award, which is awarded
to the individual who scores the most goals in the tournament, and the
Golden Ball award, which is awarded to the tournament's best player;
Whereas Alex Morgan was presented with the Silver Boot award, which is awarded
to the individual who scores the second-most goals in the tournament,
and Rose Lavelle was presented with the Bronze Ball award, which is
awarded to the third-best player in the tournament;
Whereas the USWNT was bolstered by historic attacking prowess, setting all-time
records for goals scored in a single game and throughout the entire
Women's World Cup, as well as a strong defensive record, conceding only
3 goals over 7 games;
Whereas every participant in the Women's World Cup from nations all over the
world showed the extraordinary quality and spirit of women's soccer, and
will serve as an inspiration to not only women and girls, but to all
people as they chase their dreams;
Whereas for decades the USWNT has been leading the fight to grow and promote
women's soccer;
Whereas the USWNT is leading the fight for equal pay for female athletes; and
Whereas dedicated fans and citizens across the United States showed their
unmitigated support for the USWNT as they competed in France: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate--
(1) congratulates the USWNT for winning the 2019 FIFA
Women's World Cup through spectacular skill, teamwork, and
determination;
(2) recognizes the achievements of all of the players,
coaches, and staff who contributed to the success of the USWNT;
(3) stands in solidarity with the women of the USWNT as
they fight for equal pay; and
(4) celebrates the contributions of the millions of fans
across the United States, and the world, who cheered the USWNT
to victory, and made the players the best supported team in the
world.
<all>