Congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory in Super Bowl LIX.

Bill: 119-hres-123
Sponsor: full_name: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Introduced: 2025-02-10
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Latest action: action_date: 2025-02-11
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H622)

Summaries:

tv_txt: IV 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 123 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 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

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.