Bill · H.Res. 1122· House(119-HRES-1122)
Honoring the life and legacy of Coach Louis Leo "Lou" Holtz.
- Introduced
- 3/18/2026
- Last activity
- 3/18/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Rudy Yakym
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Coach Louis Leo ``Lou'' Holtz. It highlights his legendary career as a college football head coach at several institutions. The text notes his achievements in transforming football programs and his induction into the National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame. It also recognizes his work as a sports analyst, bestselling author, and motivational speaker. Finally, the resolution recognizes his receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom and his commitment to faith and family.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would students be better off under this?+3
The resolution highlights scholarship funds and mentorship intended to help students succeed.
Does this make college cost less?+3
The resolution notes the Lou and Beth Holtz Family Scholarship which provides financial aid for student-athletes.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+2
The scholarship and mentorship mentioned provide support and direction for young adult student-athletes.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Student-athlete financial aid: The text mentions that Lou Holtz and his wife demonstrated generosity through the Lou and Beth Holtz Family Scholarship and the Rockne Heritage Fund for student-athlete financial aid.
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Character and mentorship: The resolution notes that Coach Holtz's principles helped young men become the best versions of themselves on the field and in life by shaping character and instilling purpose.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+3Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+3
- 3/25/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/18/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
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