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HCR 12

EDUCATION – States findings of the Legislature and commends the Boise State Broncos football team for its historic 2024 football season.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

HCR 12 honors the Boise State Broncos for a historic 2024 season, recognizing 12 wins, back-to-back conference titles, and individual player achievements, boosting community pride.

Delivered to Secretary of State at 11:46 a.m. on March 25, 2025
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Bill Summary · HCR 12

Summary of House Concurrent Resolution No. 12 (HCR 12)

Purpose and Intent

House Concurrent Resolution No. 12 (HCR 12) is a legislative resolution that aims to honor and commend the Boise State Broncos football team for their exceptional performance during the 2024 football season. The resolution recognizes the team's achievements and contributions to college athletics in Idaho.

Key Provisions

  • Historic Achievements: The resolution highlights several milestones from the 2024 season, including:

    • Winning 12 games, the most since 2019.
    • Securing back-to-back Mountain West Conference championships, a first in the program's history.
    • Earning a number four seed in the 2024 College Football Playoff and competing in the quarterfinals at the Fiesta Bowl against Pennsylvania State University.
    • Maintaining a national ranking throughout the season, peaking at number nine in the final College Football Playoff poll.

  • Individual Honors:

    • Ashton Jeanty, the team's running back, received multiple accolades:
    • Winner of the Maxwell Award (most outstanding player) and the Doak Walker Award (top running back).
    • Runner-up for the Heisman Memorial Trophy, with a remarkable total of 2,601 rushing yards, just 27 yards shy of the NCAA Division I record.
    • Named a unanimous All-American, a first for Boise State.
    • Kage Casey, an offensive lineman, was recognized as an All-American by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.
    • Spencer Danielson, the head coach, was named Mountain West Conference Coach of the Year in his first full season, leading the team to a perfect home record of 7-0.

  • Fan Engagement: The resolution notes that Boise State Athletics sold out all seven home games, setting a program record for total season attendance at 259,801 and an average attendance of 37,114.

Impact

This resolution serves to formally recognize the achievements of the Boise State Broncos football team, fostering pride within the community and among fans. It does not have any fiscal implications, as it does not require additional funding or resources from the state or local governments.

Legislative Timeline

  • Introduced: February 14, 2025
  • Adopted: March 20, 2025, by a voice vote in the House.
  • Passed in Senate: March 21, 2025.
  • Delivered to Secretary of State: March 25, 2025.

Conclusion

HCR 12 is a ceremonial resolution that celebrates the accomplishments of the Boise State Broncos during a historic football season, recognizing both the team and individual players for their contributions to college athletics. It reflects the pride of the Idaho Legislature in local sports achievements and aims to inspire future success.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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