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SR 202

Honoring Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm on being voted the Best Pumpkin Patch in the United States.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Andrew Brenner

Ohio legislature ceremonially honors Lehner's Pumpkin Farm for winning Best Pumpkin Patch in the United States with no legal or budgetary effect.

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Bill Summary · SR 202

Legislative bill overview

SR 202 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Ohio legislature that honors Lehner's Pumpkin Farm for winning the title of Best Pumpkin Patch in the United States. The resolution recognizes this achievement and commends the farm for its distinction. This type of bill carries no legal weight or fiscal impact.

Why is this important

While ceremonial resolutions don't create law or policy, they serve a symbolic function by allowing legislatures to formally recognize local businesses and achievements. This can boost community pride and local tourism for the honored establishment. However, the practical legislative value is minimal—the resolution is primarily a gesture of recognition.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Critics might question whether spending legislative resources on ceremonial honors is an efficient use of the legislature's time, particularly when substantive policy issues may need attention
  • Subjectivity of "best": The criteria and legitimacy of the "Best Pumpkin Patch" designation are unclear—it's uncertain whether this was determined through an official national competition or another selection process
  • Precedent concerns: If legislatures honor every local business achievement, it could lead to an excessive number of ceremonial resolutions

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

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