hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Congratulates IU football team on winning 2026 national championship.
Senators Young and Banks (Indiana Republicans) sponsored.
Passed the Senate, its legislative journey is complete.
This resolution officially congratulates the Indiana University Hoosiers football team for winning the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship with an undefeated 16-0 season. It was sponsored by Indiana's two Republican Senators, Todd Young and Mike Braun (referred to as Mr. Banks in the bill text, likely a typo or placeholder for Senator Braun). As a Senate Resolution, it only needed to pass the Senate to be adopted, which it has, marking the end of its legislative process.
Introduced Jan 30, 2026
This resolution has been 'Agreed to Senate (ATS)', meaning it was introduced, considered, and passed by the Senate. Since it is a Senate Resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the Senate and does not need to pass the House of Representatives or be signed by the President to take effect. For this type of bill, its legislative journey is now complete.
This resolution is primarily ceremonial. If passed, it means the United States Senate formally acknowledges the Indiana University Hoosiers football team's national championship victory. Official copies of the resolution will be prepared and sent to key university personnel, including the President, Athletic Director, and Head Coach. While it doesn't directly change laws or individual finances, it serves to publicly recognize and celebrate a significant achievement for the university and the state of Indiana.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe it's important for the Senate to recognize outstanding achievements by American institutions.
Critics Say
There is no recorded opposition or debate for this type of congratulatory resolution.
Congratulatory resolutions like S. Res. 595 are typically non-controversial. They are introduced to honor significant accomplishments and generally pass with unanimous consent or widespread support, without organized opposition. This resolution serves as a formal expression of pride and recognition by the Senate.