Minnesota Session Laws - 1984, Regular Session

  

                         Laws of Minnesota 1984 

                        RESOLUTION 22-SCR No. 17 
 A resolution proclaiming Bud Grant Day in Minnesota 
and encouraging public recognition of Bud Grant's 
contribution to Minnesota. 
    WHEREAS, Bud Grant is retiring after 17 years as coach of 
the Minnesota Vikings; and 
    WHEREAS, as coach of the Vikings, Bud Grant compiled a 
record of 151 victories, made the playoffs 12 times, won 15 
division titles, won one NFL title, won three NFC titles, and 
took the Vikings to four Super Bowls; and 
    WHEREAS, Bud Grant, during his 35 years in professional 
sports, has acquired the reputation among his peers and fans 
alike of a man who exemplifies sportsmanship in its truest form; 
and 
    WHEREAS, Bud Grant, through his sportsmanlike example, 
whether on the field or in his outdoor avocations, has been 
recognized throughout the country as an ambassador for the 
people of the State of Minnesota and all it stands for; and 
    WHEREAS, Bud Grant's unique contributions to our state 
should not go unnoticed; NOW, THEREFORE, 
    BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the State of Minnesota, the 
House of Representatives concurring, that a day designated by 
the Governor is proclaimed as Bud Grant Day in Minnesota.  
    BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that on that day the people of 
Minnesota are encouraged to show their admiration for Bud Grant 
and to celebrate his accomplishments.  
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Revisor of Statutes is 
directed to prepare an enrolled copy of this resolution, to be 
authenticated by the President and Secretary of the Senate and 
the Speaker and Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives, and 
that it be presented to the Governor for his approval or veto.  
If approved, he shall file it with the Secretary of State.  
    BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of State is 
directed to prepare a certified copy of this resolution and 
present it to Bud Grant.