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HR 4695

Congratulating the Chelan High School volleyball team.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Keith Goehner and 1 co-sponsor

Washington legislature formally congratulates Chelan High School volleyball team for athletic accomplishments through ceremonial resolution.

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Bill Summary · HR 4695

Legislative bill overview

HR 4695 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the Chelan High School volleyball team for their achievements. The bill was introduced and adopted on the same day in February 2024, requiring minimal legislative process.

Why is this important

While ceremonial bills have no legal force, they serve as official recognition of local accomplishments and can boost community morale. Such resolutions allow legislators to formally acknowledge student athletic achievements in their districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Legislative time allocation: Some argue that legislative bodies should prioritize substantive policy work over ceremonial resolutions
  • Equal recognition concerns: Questions about whether all deserving athletic teams receive similar recognition, or if coverage is inconsistent
  • Precedent and scale: Uncertainty about criteria for which local achievements warrant state legislative attention versus local celebrations

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

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