Congratulating the Florida International University Golden Panthers for the school’s first Bowl victory.
Latest action (25 Jan 2011): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 56 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that would formally congratulate the Florida International University (FIU) Golden Panthers football team for their first bowl victory. The resolution specifically mentions their win in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl on December 26, 2010, and recognizes the team's overall performance during the 2010 season. It also commends individual achievements, such as the Most Valuable Player award given to FIU wide receiver Eugene "T.Y." Hilton, and praises the contributions of the players, coaches, and fans.
This resolution affects Florida International University and its athletic program by offering official recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives. If passed, it would direct the Clerk of the House to send copies of the resolution to key individuals at FIU, including the head coach, the MVP player, the university president, and the athletic director.
This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress on January 25, 2011, and was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. According to the provided information, the resolution was introduced in a previous session of Congress and did not receive a vote. Its current status is "Introduced."
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Official summary
This resolution was introduced on January 25, 2011, in a previous session of Congress, but it did not receive a vote.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 56 do?
- H.Res. 56 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that would formally congratulate the Florida International University (FIU) Golden Panthers football team for their first bowl victory. The resolution specifically mentions their win in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl on December 26, 2010, and recognizes the team's overall performance during the 2010 season. It also commends individual achievements, such as the Most Valuable Player award given to FIU wide receiver Eugene "T.Y." Hilton, and praises the contributions of the players, coaches, and fans. This resolution affects Florida International University and its athletic program by offering official recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives. If passed, it would direct the Clerk of the House to send copies of the resolution to key individuals at FIU, including the head coach, the MVP player, the university president, and the athletic director. This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress on January 25, 2011, and was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. According to the provided information, the resolution was introduced in a previous session of Congress and did not receive a vote. Its current status is "Introduced."
- Has H.Res. 56 become law?
- Not yet. As of 25 Jan 2011, H.Res. 56 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 56?
- H.Res. 56 was sponsored by Rep. David Rivera [R-FL25, 2011-2012] (Republican-FL), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 56?
- Introduced (25 Jan 2011).
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