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HR 452

Honoring Derion Williams on winning a 2026 Division III State Wrestling Championship.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Darnell Brewer and 1 co-sponsor

The bill formally recognizes Derion Williams as the 2026 Division III state wrestling champion at 120 pounds, highlighting his historic achievement for Trinity High School.

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Bill Summary · HR 452

Summary of HR 452 (136th General Assembly, Ohio)

Purpose and intent

  • HR 452 is a resolution honoring Derion Williams for winning the 2026 Division III state wrestling championship at the 120-pound weight class.
  • The resolution recognizes Williams as a significant achievement for his high school program, Trinity High School, and presents him as a standout example of dedication, sportsmanship, and athletic excellence.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal recognition: The bill declares appreciation and commendation for Derion Williams’ accomplishment as the 2026 Division III State Champion in the 120-pound weight class.
  • Historical note: It highlights that Williams is the program’s first Division III state champion in almost forty years, emphasizing the significance of the achievement within the school’s wrestling history.
  • Personal attributes: The resolution praises Williams’ talent, perseverance, mental and physical fortitude, courage, determination, and good sportsmanship.

Who or what is affected

  • Derion Williams: Primary recipient of the commendation.
  • Trinity High School wrestling program: Acknowledged for its role in developing Williams and achieving a historic milestone.
  • Ohio wrestling community and state athletes: Public acknowledgment through the House resolution contributes to recognizing athletic achievement at the state level.
  • The Clerk of the House: Responsible for transmitting an authenticated copy of the resolution to Williams.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Adopted by the Ohio House of Representatives on June 3, 2026.
  • Sponsor details: Co-sponsored by Representatives Terrence Upchurch and Darnell Brewer.
  • Effective action: The resolution becomes part of the official record recognizing Williams’ achievement and is transmitted to him in authenticated form.

Additional context

  • This is a ceremonial/expressive measure rather than substantive policy changes or appropriations.
  • The focus is on celebrating individual athletic success and its broader value to character, perseverance, and sportsmanship within the youth athletic community.

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

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