Bill Text: GA HR225 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced

Georgia House Resolution 225 (Prior Session Legislation)

Introduced

Bill Title: Girls and Women in Sports Day; February 4, 2009; recognize

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2009-02-04 - House Read and Adopted [HR225 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR225-Introduced.html

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House Resolution 225

By: Representatives Benfield of the 85th, Ashe of the 56th, Dickson of the 6th, Smith of the 70th, Hudson of the 124th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing February 4, 2009, as "Girls and Women in Sports Day" and commending Georgia's outstanding female athletes; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, "Girls and Women in Sports Day" falls on February 4, 2009, and its purpose is to recognize women and girls in sports across Georgia, to celebrate the outstanding achievements of female athletes, and to direct attention to the unique issues facing females in sports; and

WHEREAS, the girls and women of Georgia have always been winners in their athletic endeavors on the sports fields and arenas across Georgia and the globe; and

WHEREAS, many groups and individuals have worked tirelessly to promote and enhance opportunities for female athletes in Georgia's schools and communities; and

WHEREAS, T. Fitz Johnson through his new Atlanta franchise team has demonstrated his commitment to women's sports and opportunities to women in sports by bringing professional women's soccer back to Georgia this spring; and

WHEREAS, the number of women, young and old, competing in athletic events continues to grow and Georgia's women continue to shine in their athletic performances, including the many medalists at the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China; and

WHEREAS, the entire State of Georgia is proud of our female athletes, both past and present, and is grateful for the reflected glory; and

WHEREAS, it has been proven that participation in athletics strengthens the self-esteem as well as health of Georgia's girls and women and enhances their ability to lead full lives and to contribute to their community and family; and
WHEREAS, in connection with "Girls and Women in Sports Day," the most outstanding female high school, college, and professional athletes in Georgia during the past year will be named and honored; and

WHEREAS, in order to commend and honor Georgia's female athletes, the state will recognize February 4, 2009, "Girls and Women in Sports Day."

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that this body recognizes February 4, 2009, as "Girls and Women in Sports Day" and commends and congratulates all the girls and women in Georgia who participate in sports and achieve so much in the world of athletics.