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SR 398

Honoring Madison Henkel as the 2026 Division III State Champion in the long jump.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Romanchuk

Honors Madison Henkel for winning the 2026 Division III long jump state title (19'11.5"), setting records, and inspiring others through leadership and dedication.

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Bill Summary · SR 398

Summary of SR 398 (136th General Assembly, Ohio)

Purpose

  • Honor Madison Henkel for achieving the 2026 Division III state championship in the long jump at the Ohio Division III State Track and Field Meet.
  • Recognize her athletic achievements, record-breaking performance, and leadership, and commend her for inspiring others.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal Resolution recognizing Madison Henkel’s accomplishment.
  • Acknowledges:
    • Henkel won first place in the Division III long jump with a leap of 19 feet, 11.5 inches at the 2026 state meet.
    • She set or broke records at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium during the event.
    • Her dedication, training, sportsmanship, and leadership as a senior athlete at Shelby High School.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for her contributions to high school athletics and the example she sets for future athletes.
  • The Clerk of the Senate is directed to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to Madison Henkel.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Madison Henkel (individual honoree).
  • Shelby High School girls track and field program (contextual beneficiary through recognition).
  • The state of Ohio, via formal acknowledgment by the Ohio Senate.

Procedural/Timeline Details

  • Status: Adopted June 25, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Senator Romanchuk (co-sponsor).
  • Type: Aresolutory resolution (non-binding), intended to publicly recognize and honor the athlete’s achievement.
  • No fiscal impact or policy changes; primarily ceremonial and commemorative.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution serves to publicly celebrate athletic excellence and may be used by Henkel and supporters for publicity, motivation for student-athletes, and historical record of state track and field accomplishments.

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

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