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S.Res.482 / 108th Congress

A resolution congratulating the Boston Red Sox on winning the 2004 World Series.

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11835-11836; text as passed Senate: CR 11/20/2004 S11836; text of measure as introduced: CR 11/20/2004 S11805)

Official summary

Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Nov 21, 2004

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Congratulates: (1) the Boston Red Sox for winning the 2004 Major League Baseball World Series and for their incredible performance during the 2004 Major League Baseball season; and (2) the eight Major League Baseball teams that played in the postseason.

Recognizes the achievements of the Boston Red Sox players, manager, coaches, and support staff whose hard work, dedication, and spirit made this all possible.

Commends: (1) the St. Louis Cardinals for a valiant performance during the 2004 season and the World Series; (2) the fans and management of the St. Louis Cardinals for allowing the Red Sox fans from Boston and around the Nation to celebrate their first title in 86 years at their home field.

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Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] · D–MA

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    1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11835-11836; text as passed Senate: CR 11/20/2004 S11836; text of measure as introduced: CR 11/20/2004 S11805)

    2. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11835-11836; text as passed Senate: CR 11/20/2004 S11836; text of measure as introduced: CR 11/20/2004 S11805)

    3. Introduced in the Senate.

    4. Introduced in Senate

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