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US SR595

Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Todd Young

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Senate congratulates Indiana University Hoosiers football team for winning the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship on January 19, 2026, with a 27-21 victory over the University of Miami Hurricanes

  • Indiana became the first college football team in modern history to finish a season with a perfect 16-0 record, defeating 4 top 10-ranked opponents en route to the title

  • Quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the 2025 Heisman Trophy (first in school history) and was named Offensive MVP of the championship game; defensive lineman Mikail Kamara earned Defensive MVP honors

  • Head coach Curt Cignetti achieved the championship in his second year, completing what the resolution describes as "one of the most remarkable program turnarounds in all American sports"

  • Resolution requests the Secretary of the Senate prepare official copies for presentation to IU President Pamela Whitten, Athletic Director Scott Dolson, and Coach Cignetti

Legislative Description

A resolution congratulating the Indiana University Hoosiers football team for winning the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship and completing an undefeated 16-0 season.

Last Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S424; text: CR S421)

1/30/2026

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