Hoeven & Cramer Introduce Senate Resolution Honoring NDSU Bison’s 10th FCS National Championship

01.09.25

Hoeven & Cramer Introduce Senate Resolution Honoring NDSU Bison's 10th FCS National Championship

Senators Spoke with President Trump About White House Visit, Deliver Remarks on Senate Floor Recognizing Accomplishments of Bison Nation

WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today introduced a resolution, cosponsored by Senator Kevin Cramer, congratulating the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Bison football team on winning its 10th NCAA Division I FCS national championship title. The senators complemented the resolution with remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate recognizing the Bison's long record of excellence, the team's strong season and the accomplishments of the players, coaches, staff and community. Hoeven and Cramer also spoke with President Donald Trump to coordinate a White House visit for the Bison in honor of their victory.

"NDSU has a truly impressive team and a tremendous program, and we think it is fitting that they visit the White House once again in recognition of continuing excellence on the field. To this end, I spoke with President Trump and NDSU President Cook," said Senator Hoeven. "We honor the whole team, and especially Head Coach Tim Polasek, who made his return to Bison football and, in his first year as head coach, demonstrated his commitment to continuing the legacy of championship football at North Dakota State University…We also cannot forget to honor the dedication of Bison Nation, who show up game after game and support the team, coaches and staff. North Dakota is truly proud of the many accomplishments of the NDSU Bison."

"You can't help but use the word dynasty," said Senator Cramer. "The two quarterbacks in this game, Tommy Mellott from Montana State and Cam Miller from NDSU, played each other in this same game when they were freshmen. They both started with their respective teams when they were freshmen, and NDSU prevailed in that game as well. What a program and what a great group of guys that created."

The full text of the resolution can be found here and below:

Congratulating the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Championship Subdivision title.

Whereas the North Dakota State University (referred to in the preamble as "NDSU") Bison football team won the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in the preamble as the "NCAA") Division I Football Championship Subdivision (referred to in this preamble as the "FCS") title game in Frisco, Texas, on January 6, 2025, in a well-fought victory over the Montana State University Bobcats by a score of 35-32;

Whereas, including the 2024 NCAA Division I FCS title, the NDSU Bison football team has won 19 national football championships;

Whereas the NDSU Bison football team has won 10 of the last 14 NCAA Division I FCS titles, from 2011 to 2024, an achievement that continues to be unmatched in modern collegiate football history;

Whereas the NDSU Bison have displayed tremendous resilience and skill since 2011, with 186 wins to only 21 losses, including a streak of 39 consecutive wins from 2017 to 2021;

Whereas head coach Tim Polasek, his staff, and their victorious student-athletes led the NDSU Bison football team to a championship in his first year as head coach at NDSU, continuing the culture of excellence of the NDSU Bison football program;

Whereas thousands of Bison fans once again attended the championship game in Frisco, Texas, reflecting the tremendous pride and dedication of Bison Nation, which has supported and helped drive the achievement of the NDSU Bison football team; and

Whereas the 2024 NCAA Division I FCS title was a victory for both the NDSU Bison football team and the entire State of North Dakota: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the Senate-

1. congratulates the North Dakota State University Bison football team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to in this resolution as the "NCAA") Division I Football Championship Subdivision (referred to in this resolution as the "FCS") title;
2. commends the players, coaches, and staff of the North Dakota State University Bison football team for-
   • their tireless work and dedication; and
   • fostering a continued tradition of excellence;
3. congratulates the North Dakota State University President David Cook, North Dakota State University Athletic Director Matt Larsen, and all the faculty and staff of North Dakota State University for creating an environment that emphasizes excellence in both academics and athletics; and
4. recognizes the students, alumni, and fans of North Dakota State University and all of Bison Nation for supporting the North Dakota State University Bison football team so well during its successful quest to bring home yet another NCAA Division I FCS trophy for North Dakota State University.

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