118th Congress · HOUSE RESOLUTIONBILL

H.Res. 140 — Honoring Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, 11-time National Basketball Association champion, first Black head coach of the National Basketball Association, and civil rights activist.

“Honoring Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, 11-time National Basketball Association champion, first Black head coach of the National Basketball Association, and civil rights activist.”

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Introduced Feb 17, 2023

Last action Feb 17, 2023

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This resolution honors the life of William "Bill" Felton Russell (basketball player and coach with the Celtics and civil rights activist) and expresses condolences to his family and friends.

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Feb 17, 2023

Introduced in House

Feb 17, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.