S. 2852 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment Act of 2004
S. 2852 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Sep 28, 2004, sponsored by Rick Santorum with 35 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Sep 28, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 35
- Policy area
- Sports and Recreation
What it does
Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment Act of 2004 - Authorizes the Secretaries of Education, of State, and of Health and Human Services to award grants to, or enter into contracts or cooperative agreements with, Special Olympics for specified education, international, and health activities, including ones promoting Special Olympics and a greater understanding of contributions to society by individuals with intellectual disabi…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rick Santorum (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 16 Democrats, 19 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 28, 2004
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 746. (Sep 29, 2004)
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