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GA HR1253
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/24/2020
Primary Sponsor
Michael Caldwell
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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
Full Bill Text
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