Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) on Dec. 6 introduced a resolution to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles and the creation of the LA84 Foundation . This resolution celebrates a historic and transformative moment in international sports, media, and technology and immortalizes a defining moment in the history of Los Angeles. Watch the congresswoman’s House Floor speech here.
“The 1984 Olympic Games not only promoted cultural exchange through sports diplomacy, but also left a lasting impact by creating the LA84 Foundation, an organization that invests in youth sports programs and public education in underserved communities,” said Kamlager-Dove.
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“The ’84 Olympics showcased the strength of diversity and the enduring power of sports by bringing the world together through healthy competition, something we can all appreciate in these increasingly divided times. I am proud to introduce this resolution that celebrates LA84’s success and ongoing efforts to build a more just, inclusive society through arts, culture, and sports.”
“We extend our gratitude to Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove for introducing this resolution, which honors the LA84 Foundation for 40 years of supporting community health and childhood well-being. As a legacy of the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the LA84 Foundation has made a lasting impact on millions of children in Southern California by expanding access to youth sports,” said Renata Simril, president and CEO of the LA84 Foundation.
