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John Fetterman (D-PA)

A resolution congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl LIX in the successful 105th season of the National Football League.

S.Res. 84 · Senate resolution Sports and Recreation

A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 4 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1038; text: CR S1042-1043)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl LIX during the National Football League's 105th season. The text notes that the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 40 to 22 in New Orleans, Louisiana. It highlights specific player achievements, such as Jalen Hurts being named Most Valuable Player and Saquon Barkley setting a single-season rushing record. The resolution also mentions that the victory provides a sense of pride for fans across the country. Finally, it directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to specific leadership members of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Yes

  • Scored +1

    Would people in cities be better off under this?

    The resolution celebrates a major sporting victory for a Philadelphia-based team which impacts urban pride.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.