119-HRES-1049 Journalist Public Summary

Public Summary — 119-HRES-1049 (Seattle Seahawks Congratulatory Resolution)

Headline Summary: A ceremonial House resolution praising the Seattle Seahawks’ February 8, 2026 Super Bowl victory and the team’s fan base, the “12s.”

What It Does: The resolution offers congratulations to the Seahawks for winning Super Bowl LX, highlights several standout performances, salutes the team’s defense, and recognizes the passion of the Seattle fan base. It directs the House Clerk to send copies of the resolution to team leadership. This measure is symbolic only; simple House resolutions express the chamber’s views and do not create or change law.

Who’s For It:

• Sponsors: Introduced on February 10, 2026 by Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington, joined by a bipartisan group from the state’s delegation (including Reps. Pramila Jayapal, Rick Larsen, Marie Perez, Dan Newhouse, Emily Randall, Kim Schrier, Adam Smith, Marilyn Strickland, and Michael Baumgartner). Their stated aim is to honor the team’s championship and the community pride it represents.
• Likely supporters: Members who customarily back hometown or ceremonial sports recognitions; Seahawks fans and Washington State constituents who view the title as a point of civic pride.

Who’s Against It:

• No named opponents at introduction. In general, some lawmakers object to spending floor time on commemorative or congratulatory measures, arguing the House should focus on substantive policy; that perspective may surface here as well.

What’s Next: As of February 12, 2026, the resolution has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. If scheduled, it could be considered on the House floor; as a simple House resolution, it applies only to the House and would not go to the Senate or the President.