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Senate commends the Chicago Cubs on the team's 150th anniversary

Original title: A resolution commending the Chicago Cubs baseball teams as it celebrates its 150th anniversary on August 29, 2026.

August 7, 2026

sports anniversary Chicago Senate resolution

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Last action

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S4552-4553)Aug 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution serves as an official federal acknowledgment of the team's historical and cultural significance to the city of Chicago and the sport of baseball.

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Chicago Cubs

The organization is the subject of the formal commendation by the U.S. Senate.

What changed

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What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The U.S. Senate officially recognized the Chicago Cubs baseball team in honor of the franchise's 150th anniversary on August 29, 2026. The resolution was passed by the Senate via .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?

It is a formal expression of commendation from the U.S. Senate to the Chicago Cubs baseball organization in recognition of their 150th anniversary.

Does this resolution provide funding to the team?

No, this is a commemorative resolution and does not provide any federal funding or change any laws.

Why It Matters

This resolution serves as an official federal acknowledgment of the team's historical and cultural significance to the city of Chicago and the sport of baseball.

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Commemorative Legislative Pattern

The use of an 'amendment in the nature of a substitute' for a commemorative resolution indicates a formal refinement of the text before final passage.

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organizationU.S. Senate“The legislative body that passed the resolution.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation“The Senate committee to which the resolution was referred.”Map →

organizationChicago Cubs“The professional baseball team being commended for its 150th anniversary.”Map →

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