Yesterday, September 30th, Congressman Jim McDermott led colleagues in the House in congratulating the UW softball team on their national championship. H.Res. 517, sponsored by Congressman McDermott, passed the House of Representatives unanimously (421-0). In addition to praising the team, Mr. McDermott noted the importance of sports in the lives of young people and highlighted the impact of Title IX on women in sports. Congressman Adam Smith also submitted a statement of congratulations for the record.