A resolution congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title. | ChamberLight
Bills · SRES 27
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 27North DakotaSchool athletics
A resolution congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters as a symbolic gesture of national recognition for a significant athletic achievement. While it doesn't create new laws or directly impact people's daily lives or government operations, it serves to publicly honor the hard work, dedication, and success of student-athletes and university programs.
If this resolution becomes law (or, in this case, is agreed to by the Senate), it means the U.S. Senate has officially gone on record to acknowledge and praise the NDSU Bison. If it didn't pass, the team's victory would still stand, but they wouldn't receive this specific form of federal legislative recognition. For the university and its supporters, this can be a source of pride and a testament to their athletic program's standing.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Formally congratulates the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
This is the central action of the resolution, providing official recognition from the U.S. Senate for the team's accomplishment.
PROVISION 02
Commends the players, coaches, and staff of the team for their tireless work, dedication, and for continuing a tradition of excellence.
It specifically acknowledges the effort and commitment required to achieve such a high level of success.
PROVISION 03
Congratulates the university president, athletic director, faculty, and staff for creating an environment that supports excellence in both academics and athletics.
This highlights the broader institutional support necessary for sustained athletic success, linking it to the university's overall mission.
PROVISION 04
Recognizes the students, alumni, and fans of North Dakota State University for their strong support of the football team.
It acknowledges the crucial role of the fan base and community in contributing to the team's success and spirit.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
JAN 15
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S196; text: CR S186-187)
PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · SENATE · INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 27North DakotaSchool athletics
A resolution congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
This resolution matters as a symbolic gesture of national recognition for a significant athletic achievement. While it doesn't create new laws or directly impact people's daily lives or government operations, it serves to publicly honor the hard work, dedication, and success of student-athletes and university programs.
If this resolution becomes law (or, in this case, is agreed to by the Senate), it means the U.S. Senate has officially gone on record to acknowledge and praise the NDSU Bison. If it didn't pass, the team's victory would still stand, but they wouldn't receive this specific form of federal legislative recognition. For the university and its supporters, this can be a source of pride and a testament to their athletic program's standing.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Formally congratulates the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.
This is the central action of the resolution, providing official recognition from the U.S. Senate for the team's accomplishment.
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Commends the players, coaches, and staff of the team for their tireless work, dedication, and for continuing a tradition of excellence.
It specifically acknowledges the effort and commitment required to achieve such a high level of success.
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Congratulates the university president, athletic director, faculty, and staff for creating an environment that supports excellence in both academics and athletics.
This highlights the broader institutional support necessary for sustained athletic success, linking it to the university's overall mission.
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Recognizes the students, alumni, and fans of North Dakota State University for their strong support of the football team.
It acknowledges the crucial role of the fan base and community in contributing to the team's success and spirit.
GLOSSARY
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Resolution
A formal statement of opinion or intent adopted by a legislative body, but which does not carry the force of law.
Senate
One of the two chambers of the U.S. Congress, consisting of 100 members, two from each state.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
A large non-profit organization that regulates and oversees collegiate sports programs and student-athletes at over 1,000 institutions in the United States.
Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS)
A specific competition level within NCAA football, generally for universities with smaller athletic budgets and fewer scholarships than the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).
Congratulates
To express pleasure to someone on an occasion of success or good fortune.
Commends
To praise or express approval formally.
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTS
JAN 15, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
JAN 15, 25
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
FLOOR
JAN 15, 25
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S196; text: CR S186-187)