This resolution officially congratulates the Los Angeles Dodgers on winning the 2024 Major League Baseball World Series, recognizing their season success, key players, and championship achievement.
Jimmy Gomez
Representative
CA-34
This resolution formally congratulates the Los Angeles Dodgers on winning the 2024 Major League Baseball World Series. It recognizes the team's dominant regular season, historic postseason performance, and the achievements of key players like MVP Freddie Freeman and record-breaker Shohei Ohtani. The bill directs that official copies of these congratulations be sent to the team's ownership, president, and manager.
Congress Officially Congratulates Dodgers on 2024 World Series Win: The Ultimate Government Shout-Out
You know how Congress spends most of its time debating budgets, infrastructure, and international policy? Well, sometimes they take a time-out for something everyone can agree on: sports. This resolution is essentially the House of Representatives giving a massive, formal, high-five to the Los Angeles Dodgers for winning the 2024 Major League Baseball World Series.
The Official Government High-Five
This isn’t a bill that changes your taxes or sets a new regulation; it’s a purely ceremonial measure designed to officially recognize a major athletic achievement. The resolution details the Dodgers’ dominant season, including their league-best 98-64 regular season record and their impressive playoff run that culminated in beating the New York Yankees in five games. It even calls out their record-setting 33 straight scoreless innings during the postseason—a stat that makes any baseball fan nod in respect.
Who Gets the Gold Star?
Because this is a formal government document, it doesn't just say "Good job, Dodgers." It specifically names the key players who made history. It highlights Freddie Freeman, who was named World Series MVP after batting .300 with 4 home runs, and Shohei Ohtani, who had an absolutely historic season, becoming the first player ever with at least 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases. The resolution also recognizes Manager Dave Roberts for leading the team to victory and gives a nod to the late Fernando Valenzuela, acknowledging his lasting impact on the Los Angeles community.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you’re a busy person aged 25-45, this resolution means exactly zero things for your wallet, your commute, or your job. It’s a classic example of Congress using its procedural authority for public recognition. The only administrative action involved is directing the Clerk of the House to print out copies of this resolution and send them to the team’s leadership: Chairman Mark Walter, President Stan Kasten, and Manager Dave Roberts. Think of it as the most official, framed letter of congratulations they will ever receive. It’s a nice gesture of public honor, but in terms of real-world policy impact, this one is purely a victory lap.