District of ColumbiaD.C. Council would recognize Capital Queens Women’s Sports Week
The D.C. Council would honor the September 20–26 women’s sports event and encourage girls and women to participate in sports.
What it does
The D.C. Council would recognize Capital Queens Women’s Sports Week, held September 20–26, and encourage girls and women to play sports. It would not fund a program.
Argument forOfficial recognition could draw attention to women’s sports and encourage more girls and women to participate.
Argument againstA ceremonial statement may have little practical effect because it encourages participation but provides no program, services, or money.
More detail
The D.C. Council would officially recognize Capital Queens Women’s Sports Week and encourage girls and women to take part in sports. The recognition covers the inaugural event held September 20 through September 26 and celebrates athletes, fans, and the local community. This is a ceremonial recognition; it does not establish or fund a sports program. The recognition would take effect on the first date the resolution is published in the District of Columbia Register.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 6Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0209Latest
- Vote recorded Final Reading, CC. Result: pass.Legislature
- Oct 6Final Reading, CCMinor
- Oct 6Retained by the Council
- Oct 5CER26-0214 Introduced by Councilmember Bonds at Office of the SecretaryIntroduced
- Oct 6Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0209Latest
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