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DemocratBill · H.Res. 587· House(119-HRES-587)

Encouraging all public, private, and charter high schools, colleges, and universities in the United States to establish and support flag football programs for girls, and for other purposes.

Rep. Williams
Age: 48 years
Georgia
Introduced
7/16/2025
Last activity
7/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by
Nikema Williams
Cosponsors
Democrat - 6Republican - 1
Sports and Recreation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution encourages all public, private, and charter high schools, as well as colleges and universities, to create and support flag football programs for girls and women. The text notes that flag football is a rapidly growing sport in the United States. It highlights that the sport helps girls develop skills like leadership, teamwork, and confidence through physical activity. Additionally, the resolution mentions that the sport is low-contact and has no height or weight restrictions. The goal is to expand existing opportunities for girls and women across the country.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Would women be better off under this?+6

    The resolution explicitly aims to expand opportunities, skill development, and physical activity for girls and women.

  • Would students be better off under this?+5

    The bill benefits students by encouraging the establishment of new collegiate and high school sports programs.

  • Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+5

    The resolution promotes gender equality by encouraging athletic opportunities specifically for girls and women.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.