Billie Jean King will become the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing her significant impact on women's sports and advocacy.
Sherrill stated that King's lifetime of advocacy and hard work changed the landscape for women and girls on the court, in the classroom, and the workplace.
Fitzpatrick remarked that King has broken barriers, led uncharted paths, and inspired countless people to advocate courageously for justice and equality.
The legislation, introduced on the 50th anniversary of King's famous victory in the 'Battle of the Sexes,' passed unanimously in both the House and the Senate.
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