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HR 4639

Celebrating the Chelan High School Volleyball Team.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Burnett and 1 co-sponsor

Washington House adopts ceremonial resolution honoring Chelan High School Volleyball Team's achievements and contributions.

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Bill Summary · HR 4639

Legislative bill overview

HR 4639 is a ceremonial resolution introduced in the Washington State House that honors and celebrates the Chelan High School Volleyball Team. The bill was introduced and adopted on the same day (March 21, 2025), indicating swift passage through the chamber.

Why is this important

While ceremonial bills have no direct legal or budgetary impact, they serve an important symbolic function by officially recognizing student achievements and community accomplishments. This type of resolution demonstrates legislative support for local athletic programs and can boost school and community morale.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation priorities: Critics may question whether legislative time should be devoted to ceremonial resolutions when substantive policy issues require attention
  • Equity concerns: If similar recognition is not extended consistently across all schools and sports programs, disparities in acknowledgment could emerge
  • Ceremonial vs. substantive: Some may view such resolutions as performative gestures that lack meaningful impact compared to legislation addressing education funding or athletic program support

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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