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House adopts Sabatina resolution to honor Eagles anniversary
HARRISBURG, Feb. 13 – State Rep. John Sabatina, D-Phila., announced that the House recently adopted his resolution (H.R. 530) honoring the 75th anniversary of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The resolution officially recognizes the rich tradition and history of the football franchise. “I wanted to acknowledge the Eagles franchise for its accomplishments and its longtime association with the city. Philadelphians have enormous pride in our local teams,” Sabatina said. The Eagles have earned 11 division titles, three pre-Super Bowl league championships and two Super Bowl appearances. The team also counts 16 former players as members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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