# Plain Language Summary: Senate Resolution 699

This is a congratulatory resolution honoring the University of Maryland's men's lacrosse team for winning the NCAA Division I national championship in 2022. In practical terms, this means Congress is officially recognizing and praising the team's athletic achievement.

What this actually does is pretty straightforward—it's essentially a formal "well done" from the federal government. The resolution doesn't create any new laws, change any policies, or affect anyone's daily life. It's ceremonial in nature, similar to when Congress recognizes other achievements or honors individuals and groups. The Terrapins (Maryland's team) won the championship, and this resolution is Congress's way of putting that accomplishment on the official record and celebrating their success.

This type of resolution is common in Congress. It doesn't require funding, doesn't regulate anything, and doesn't have any legal consequences. It's purely symbolic—a way for elected officials to acknowledge excellence in sports and show support for their constituents' achievements. If you're a Maryland resident or a lacrosse fan, it's a nice recognition of your team's hard work. For everyone else, it's simply a piece of ceremonial legislation that acknowledges a sporting achievement at the national level.

A resolution congratulating the Terrapins men's lacrosse team of the University of Maryland, College Park for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletics Association Division I men's lacrosse national championship.

Cardin, Benjamin L.

 <p>This resolution congratulates the Terrapins men's lacrosse team of the University of Maryland, College Park on its 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I men's lacrosse national championship victory.</p>