SRES 579 · 111th Congress · Sports and Recreation

A resolution honoring the life of Manute Bol and expressing the condolences of the Senate on his passing.

Introduced 2010-07-13· Sponsored by Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6980-6981)(2010-08-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Expresses profound sorrow at the death of Manute Bol and gratitude for Bol's passion and determination in raising awareness of human rights abuses and his dedication to bringing peace to Sudan. Encourages the NCAA and the NBA to pursue exhibition games with a Sudanese basketball team to increase awareness of the political and humanitarian situation in Sudan, with the proceeds donated toward the construction of reconciliation schools in Sudan.…

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Cosponsors (5)

3 Democrats1 Republican1 Independent