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LR 111

Congratulate the York High School speech team on winning the Class B state championship

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jana Hughes

The Nebraska Legislature congratulates York High School for winning the Class B State Speech Championship.

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Bill Summary · LR 111

Summary of LR111: Congratulate the York High School Speech Team on Winning the Class B State Championship

Purpose and Intent

LR111 is a ceremonial legislative resolution recognizing and congratulating the York High School speech team for winning the Class B State Speech Championship at the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) event held on March 26, 2025, in Kearney, Nebraska. The bill acknowledges the team’s achievement in the context of York’s prior two-year tenure as runner-up and highlights the broader support from teachers, administrators, parents, and the community. The resolution notes the Legislature’s role in recognizing the academic, athletic, and artistic accomplishments of Nebraska’s youth.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: The Legislature congratulates the York High School speech team on winning the Class B State Speech Championship.
  • Section 2: A copy of the resolution shall be sent to the York High School speech team.
  • Background details included in the introduction emphasize:
    • The NSAA State Speech Championship took place March 26, 2025, in Kearney, Nebraska.
    • York High School participated in Class B.
    • York’s victory concludes a two-year sequence as runner-up to Gering High School.
    • The achievement is framed as the result of broad community support.

Sponsor and Legislative Status

  • Primary Sponsor: Hughes
  • Introduced: April 8, 2025
  • Legislative Actions:
    • Laid over on April 8, 2025
    • Adopted on April 15, 2025
    • Signed by President/Speaker on April 15, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution (ceremonial), not a statute or funding measure.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Affected Parties: York High School speech team, York High School, and the local community (through recognition of student achievement).
  • Impact: The resolution serves as formal public acknowledgment and celebration of the team’s success. It does not create or modify law, policy, or fiscal obligations; instead, it publicly honors a specific achievement and may contribute to community pride and encouragement of student activities.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Event recognized: NSAA Class B State Speech Championship, March 26, 2025 (Kearney, NE).
  • Resolution status: Adopted and signed in mid-April 2025.
  • Effect: Ceremonial acknowledgment by the Nebraska Legislature, with a copy of the resolution sent to York High School.

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

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