Bill Details
HRES.123 - 119th Congress
Status
Latest action
2025-02-11 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H622)
Introduced Date
2025-02-10
Policy Area
Sports and Recreation
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Cosponsors
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This resolution congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles for winning Super Bowl LIX and recognizes the players, coaches, and staff who helped make the victory possible. It highlights the team’s strong performance, key plays in the game, and the pride their win brought to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Eagles fans.
- The Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in New Orleans on February 9, 2025.
- Jalen Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP after throwing for 221 yards, rushing for 72 yards, and making a 46-yard touchdown pass to DeVonta Smith.
- The resolution points to other big plays, including a touchdown run from the “Brotherly Shove” and a 38-yard interception return for a touchdown by Cooper DeJean.
- It also recognizes the team’s ability to overcome challenges during the season and celebrates the support of Eagles fans and the city of Philadelphia.
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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 123 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 123
Congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl
LIX.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 10, 2025
Mr. Boyle of Pennsylvania (for himself, Mr. Evans of Pennsylvania, Mr.
Norcross, Ms. Scanlon, Ms. Dean of Pennsylvania, Mr. Fitzpatrick, and
Ms. Houlahan) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to
the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
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RESOLUTION
Congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl
LIX.
Whereas, on Sunday, February 9, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl LIX
by a score of 40 to 22, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs at the Caesars
Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana;
Whereas Jalen Hurts was named the Most Valuable Player after an outstanding
performance that included a 46-yard touchdown pass to DeVonta Smith;
Whereas, with his outstanding performance, he threw for 221 yards and rushed for
72 yards;
Whereas the Brotherly Shove was executed perfectly, scoring yet another
touchdown;
Whereas Cooper DeJean intercepted the ball on a throw from Patrick Mahomes and
returned it for 38 yards, scoring a touchdown;
Whereas the Philadelphia Eagles overcame adversity on their journey to the Super
Bowl, including the loss of veteran defensive end for eight weeks during
the regular season, Brandon Graham;
Whereas the unforgettable Super Bowl LIX victory was the culmination of hard
work by the Philadelphia Eagles organization, exceptional leadership,
and unwavering support from Eagles fans around the world;
Whereas Super Bowl LIX united more than 100,000,000 Americans through their love
for football and American culture;
Whereas Head Coach Nick Sirianni eloquently stated, ``This is the ultimate team
game. You can't be great without the greatness of others. Great
performance by everybody'';
Whereas the Philadelphia Eagles embody the spirit of the city of Philadelphia, a
city that is known for its hard work, determination, and togetherness;
and
Whereas the Philadelphia Eagles did an outstanding job delivering the Vince
Lombardi Trophy to the ``City of Brotherly Love'', Philadelphia, and the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles on their hard-
fought victory in Super Bowl LIX; and
(2) recognizes the achievements of all the players,
coaches, and staff who contributed to the victory.
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