OH SR59

Honors the late Jesse Owens on the 75th anniversary of his 1936 Summer Olympics performance in Berlin, Germany

Recognizes Owens' four gold medal wins in the 100-meter dash, long jump, 200-meter dash, and 400-meter relay, with Olympic or world records set in each event

Acknowledges Owens' career achievements including work with Boys' Clubs of America, public relations firms, corporate advertising, and service as a goodwill ambassador and inspirational speaker

Notes Owens' receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom and Congressional Gold Medal, and the naming of Jesse Owens Stadium at The Ohio State University in his honor

Directs the Senate Clerk to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to the Owens family