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SR 93

Relative to Jim Plunkett.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Allen and 16 co-sponsors

Urge the Pro Football Hall of Fame to induct Jim Plunkett into the Class of 2027 in recognition of his Hall of Fame-worthy career and California heritage.

Read. Adopted. (Ayes 38. Noes 0.)
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Bill Summary · SR 93

Summary of California Senate Resolution SR-93 (2025-2026)

Overview

  • Bill Type: Senate Resolution (SR)
  • Number: SR-93
  • Session: California 2025–2026 Regular Session
  • Introduced by: Senator Cortese
  • Coauthors/Sponsors: A broad bipartisan slate of Senate members (list includes: Allen, Archuleta, Arreguín, Ashby, Becker, Caballero, Durazo, Gonzalez, Hurtado, Laird, Padilla, Pérez, Reyes, Rubio, Smallwood-Cuevas, Umberg, Wahab, Wiener, plus others)
  • Current Status: As amended, and advanced through the Senate in 2026
  • Purpose (as stated in title and digest): Relative to Jim Plunkett

Note: This is a commemorative and honorary resolution, not a bill proposing new laws or fiscal expenditures. It urges the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee to induct Jim Plunkett into the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the Class of 2027 and communicates support from the California Legislature.

1) Main Purpose and Intent

  • To recognize and honor Jim Plunkett, a prominent California-born NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, for his accomplishments and contributions to the sport and state’s heritage.
  • To urge the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee to induct Jim Plunkett into the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the Class of 2027.
  • To convey support from the California Senate to key stakeholders (the Hall of Fame Selection Committee, NFL Commissioner, and the author for distribution).

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution summarizes Jim Plunkett’s life, career milestones, and honors, including:
    • Born December 5, 1947, in San Jose, California; of Mexican American heritage with other diverse ancestry noted.
    • High school: James Lick High School; multi-sport athlete and early wrestling champion.
    • College: Stanford University; Rose Bowl victory and 1970 Heisman Trophy winner (first Latino player to win the Heisman and the only Stanford player to do so).
    • NFL career: Drafted first overall in 1971 by the New England Patriots; later played for the 49ers and Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders.
    • Notable achievements: Led Raiders to Super Bowl XV win (mVP), and won another Super Bowl (XVIII) with the Raiders; two Super Bowl titles with the same franchise in different cities; notable for being a pioneering Latino figure in NFL history.
    • Career stats: 25,882 passing yards, 164 passing touchdowns, 1,337 rushing yards, 14 rushing touchdowns.
    • Hall of Fame recognitions and nominations (College Football Hall of Fame, National Football Foundation Hall of Fame, various regional halls of fame; Pro Football Hall of Fame nomination history included).
  • The resolution explicitly notes that Plunkett has not yet been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and acknowledges that the Hall of Fame Selection Committee requires an 80% vote for induction (as of its timing).
  • The core action requested is a formal urging of the Hall of Fame Committee to induct Plunkett for the Class of 2027.

3) Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Jim Plunkett: The human subject of the recognition and nomination urging.
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee: The entity being urged to induct Plunkett; the resolution communicates California Senate sentiment and requests action.
  • NFL and related entities (e.g., NFL Commissioner): The resolution is intended to inform and influence discussions surrounding Plunkett’s candidacy.
  • California Legislature and public: The resolution serves as a formal expression of state appreciation and advocacy, highlighting California’s pride in Plunkett’s achievements.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and Referral: Introduced March 26, 2026; referred to the Rules Committee (RLS).
  • Committee Action: Reported from committee with amendments; re-referred to RLS (April 9, 2026).
  • Floor Action: Passed the Senate (April 20, 2026) with unanimous support (Ayes 38, Noes 0).
  • Next Steps: As a Senate Resolution, approval by the Senate is typically followed by consideration by the Assembly or may simply represent a commemorative resolution; the document states the Senate urges the Hall of Fame Selection Committee to induct Plunkett for the Class of 2027, aligning with the timing of the Hall of Fame voting in early 2027.

5) Notable Details

  • The resolution emphasizes Plunkett’s status as a trailblazer for Latino players and a prominent California figure, underscoring a narrative of perseverance and achievement.
  • It cites specific biographical milestones, team affiliations, and award recognitions to build the case for consideration by the Hall of Fame selections.

This SR-93 serves as a formal, non-binding commemorative measure intended to amplify Jim Plunkett’s legacy and advocate for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the Class of 2027.

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

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