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Senate reads resolution commending Atlanta Football Host Committee for 2025 College Football Playoff championship
Summary
Senate Resolution 11, commending Atlanta and the Atlanta Football Host Committee for hosting the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, was read on the Senate floor; representatives from Arthur Blank Sports and the Atlanta Sports Council addressed senators about logistics and local economic impact.
The Senate on the floor read Senate Resolution 11, a commendation for the Atlanta Football Host Committee and the decision to host the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium.
Senator Albers (56th District) sponsored the resolution and the secretary read the text, which notes Atlanta’s prior hosting of the event in 2018 and describes Mercedes‑Benz Stadium as the site for the 2025 game and as a venue for upcoming major sporting events. The transcript records the reading and several invited speakers from the host organizations but does not record a formal adoption vote.
Tim Zalowski, speaking on behalf of Arthur Blank Sports & Entertainment, thanked Senate leadership and said the stadium and partners aim to use the game as “a catalyst for good” and a showcase for the city and state. Dan Corso of the Atlanta Sports Council described hosting the championship as a “tremendous honor” and framed it as part of a multi‑year run of major events that include the FIFA World Cup and the Super Bowl.
Speakers gave several logistical and economic figures: 32 contracted hotels, 21,000 hotel rooms, an expected television audience figure described in the remarks as 25,000,000 viewers, and a volunteer corps of about 600 from the community. Senate leaders asked for prayers and support for public‑safety personnel working the event.
The reading and speakers occurred on the Senate floor; the transcript does not show a recorded vote on the resolution.
