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SR 227

Honoring Kaitlyn Carr on winning a 2025 Division IV State Cross Country Championship.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Al Landis

Ohio legislature honors student athlete Kaitlyn Carr's Division IV state cross country championship win through ceremonial resolution.

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Bill Summary · SR 227

Legislative bill overview

SR 227 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Ohio legislature to honor Kaitlyn Carr for winning the 2025 Division IV State Cross Country Championship. This is a commemorative measure with no statutory or budgetary impact.

Why is this important

While ceremonial resolutions have no legal force, they serve to publicly recognize athletic achievement and can boost community pride. Such recognitions are part of how legislatures celebrate constituent accomplishments and encourage youth participation in competitive sports.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that state legislatures should focus exclusively on substantive policy rather than individual honors, though this is a minor procedural concern
  • Selective recognition: Questions may arise about whether individual athletic achievements warrant state-level recognition versus local or school-based celebrations
  • Precedent: Widespread adoption of similar resolutions could add administrative volume to legislative calendars

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

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