Summary of SRES 85: A Senate Resolution Congratulating the Jackson State University Tigers for Winning the 2024 Celebration Bowl

Overview

• Bill Type: Senate Resolution (SRES 85)
  
• Status: Introduced in the Senate; agreed to by unanimous consent (no amendments) with a preamble
  
• Introduced: February 19, 2025
  
• Purpose: To congratulate Jackson State University (JSU) Tigers for winning the 2024 Celebration Bowl and to recognize the university’s excellence as an institution of higher education.
• Sponsor Information: Primary Sponsor — Roger F. Wicker; Co-sponsor — Cindy Hyde-Smith

Key Provisions

The resolution comprises three main provisions:
1. Congratulations and Recognition: The Senate congratulates Jackson State University and its athletes, coaching staff, administration, faculty, students, and alumni for winning the 2024 Celebration Bowl.
2. Institutional Excellence: The Senate recognizes Jackson State University for its excellence as an institution of higher education.
3. Transmission of Enrolled Copy: The Secretary of the Senate is requested to transmit an enrolled copy of the resolution to:
- (A) Dr. Marcus L. Thompson, President of Jackson State University
- (B) Ashley Robinson, Athletic Director of Jackson State University
- (C) T.C. Taylor, Head Coach of the Jackson State University football team

Affected Parties

• Primary beneficiaries: Jackson State University and its broader university community (athletes, coaching staff, administration, faculty, students, and alumni).
• Recipients of the enrolled copy: University leadership (President, Athletic Director, Head Coach).

Procedural and Timeline Details

• Introduced: February 19, 2025
• Consideration and Action: Considered and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent in the Senate on February 19, 2025 (CR references noted as CR S1038 for consideration and CR S1043 for text).
• Classification: Legislative resolution (non-binding, ceremonial).

Potential Impact

• Non-binding Recognition: This is a ceremonial commemorative measure expressing congratulations and respect for JSU’s achievement.
• Symbolic Value: Serves to publicly acknowledge athletic success and the university’s excellence, potentially strengthening relations between the Senate and JSU community.

Summary Note

SRES 85 does not create new programs, funding, or policy changes. Its effect is formal acknowledgment and ceremonial appreciation by the Senate, accompanied by a formal request to transmit the enrolled copy to key JSU officials.