A resolution congratulating the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Championship.
Summary
SR 34 is a simple Senate resolution congratulating the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women’s soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Championship. The resolution recites the team’s 3-0 championship victory over William Smith, its undefeated season record of 23-0-2, its top national ranking, and several individual and coaching honors earned during the season.
The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the players, coaching staff, support staff, alumni, students, faculty, and fans, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit enrolled copies to the university chancellor, the athletics director, and the head coach. It is a ceremonial measure only and does not create, amend, or repeal any law or regulation.
Impact
SR 34 has no substantive impact on state or federal law and does not affect any statutory rights, duties, or programs. Its only practical effect is symbolic recognition by the Senate of a championship athletic team and related university community members, along with formal transmission of the resolution to designated recipients.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. It was agreed to by unanimous consent without amendment, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The tone of the bill text itself emphasizes praise, recognition, and institutional pride rather than policy debate.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention associated with SR 34. Because it is a commemorative resolution honoring a sports team, the measure did not raise substantive disagreements in the available record. The only procedural detail of note is that it was considered and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by unanimous consent.
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