S.Res.84 - Congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl LIX in the successful 105th season of the National Football League. (119th Congress)
Summary
Senate Resolution 84 congratulates the Philadelphia Eagles on their Super Bowl LIX victory. The resolution acknowledges the team's performance and achievements during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs. It also recognizes individual player contributions and the overall sense of pride the victory brings to fans.
Expected Effects
The resolution serves as a formal recognition by the Senate of the Philadelphia Eagles' achievement. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to team leadership. This action primarily boosts morale and celebrates a cultural event significant to many Americans.
Potential Benefits
- Boosts morale and civic pride among Philadelphia Eagles fans.
- Recognizes athletic achievement and teamwork.
- Provides positive publicity for the team and the city of Philadelphia.
- Symbolically acknowledges the importance of sports in American culture.
- Honors the contributions of individual players and team staff.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Consumes Senate time and resources that could be allocated to other legislative matters.
- May be perceived as a symbolic gesture with no tangible impact on policy or the economy.
- Could be seen as favoring one particular sports team over others.
- Potentially excludes fans of other teams or those not interested in sports.
- May be viewed as a distraction from more pressing national issues.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution falls under the implied powers of Congress, specifically the power to recognize and celebrate events of national interest. While the Constitution does not explicitly grant Congress the power to congratulate sports teams, such actions are generally considered permissible as they do not infringe upon any specific constitutional provision or individual rights. The action does not violate the First Amendment, as it does not establish a religion nor infringe on freedom of speech.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).