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GA HR1253

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/24/2020

Primary Sponsor

Michael Caldwell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019-2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Rugby ATL, a Major League Rugby franchise launched in 2019, for its inaugural season and contributions to the state
  • Rugby ATL held its first exhibition game against NOLA on January 12, 2020, and its first regular season home game at Life University's Lupo Family Field in Marietta, Georgia, on February 9, 2020
  • The resolution notes an estimated one million rugby fans in the Metro Atlanta area and more than 40 million nationwide, citing rugby as the fastest growing team sport in the United States
  • Head Coach Scott Lawrence is recognized for assembling the team's roster of young players
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Rugby ATL

Legislative Description

Rugby ATL; inaugural season and contributions to the State of Georgia; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/24/2020

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