SR 8 by Cortese
SR 8
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution honors Jim Plunkett, a former NFL quarterback and California native, for his remarkable career and lasting impact on football. The resolution recognizes Plunkett’s achievements, including winning two Super Bowls, earning the Heisman Trophy, and being the first Latino player to be drafted first overall. Despite numerous nominations, he remains the only starting quarterback with two Super Bowl rings who has not been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and the resolution urges the Hall of Fame Selection Committee to consider him for induction in 2025.
Key provisions
- Urges the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee to induct Jim Plunkett.
- Recognizes Plunkett’s achievements as an NFL quarterback, including two Super Bowl wins.
- Highlights Plunkett’s status as the only starting quarterback with two Super Bowl rings not yet in the Hall of Fame.
- Acknowledges Plunkett’s contributions as the first Latino player drafted first overall.
- Notes Plunkett’s induction into several other Halls of Fame.
- Details Plunkett’s early life and athletic accomplishments in California.
- Mentions Plunkett’s family history and economic hardships.
- States the Hall of Fame Selection Committee will vote in early 2025.
Who is affected
- Jim Plunkett
- Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
- California residents
- National Football League (NFL)
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