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K 357

Congratulating Colton Havens upon the occasion of his capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Men's Division II 160-pound Wrestling Championship

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Sempolinski

Ceremonial resolution congratulates Colton Havens for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA Division II 160-pound wrestling title; honors his achievement with no policy or funding changes.

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Bill Summary · K 357

Summary of Bill K 357: Congratulating Colton Havens

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 357
  • Title: Congratulating Colton Havens upon the occasion of his capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Men's Division II 160-pound Wrestling Championship
  • Classification: Resolution (non-binding ceremonial measure)
  • Status: Adopted
  • Introduced: April 22, 2025
  • Sponsor: Joseph Sempolinski (primary)

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and congratulating Colton Havens for winning the 2025 NYSPHSAA Men’s Division II 160-pound wrestling championship.
  • It serves to acknowledge Havens’ athletic achievement and to celebrate the accomplishment within the broader school and community context.

Key Provisions

  • Formal expression of congratulations to Colton Havens for capturing the 2025 NYSPHSAA Division II 160-pound title.
  • Likely language includes best wishes for Havens’ continued success and appreciation for his coaches and school community.
  • As a resolution, it does not enact policy, establish programs, or authorize funding. It is a symbolic, ceremonial action intended to recognize excellence.

Affected Parties

  • Direct recipient: Colton Havens (the student-athlete)
  • Supporting individuals and groups: Havens’ family, coaching staff, school (and wrestling program), and the NYSPHSAA community.
  • Broader impact: The recognition contributes to community pride and highlights athletic achievement within New York state.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Actions: Both introduction and adoption occurred on the same date, April 22, 2025, indicating a streamlined or ceremonial passage.
  • Legislative context: Classified as a resolution, which typically serves to honor or recognize individuals or events rather than to create or modify law.
  • Primary sponsor: Joseph Sempolinski.

Impact and Rationale

  • Policy/financial impact: None; ceremonial resolutions do not allocate funds or create regulatory changes.
  • Societal/cultural impact: Provides formal recognition of achievement, reinforces values of perseverance and athletic excellence, and publicly honors students who excel in high school sports.

Additional Notes

  • The bill commemorates a specific athletic achievement within the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) framework and reflects customary practice of state legislatures to honor standout student-athletes.

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

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