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Honoring Mila Gelbart on winning the 2026 Division III State Championship in the pole vault.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Willis Blackshear

The bill honors Mila Gelbart as 2026 Division III state pole vault champion and commends her athletic excellence, leadership, and impact on her school and community.

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Bill Summary · SR 400

Overview

  • Bill: SR 400
  • Session: 136th General Assembly, Regular Session (Ohio)
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Title: Honoring Mila Gelbart on winning the 2026 Division III State Championship in the pole vault
  • Type: Senate Resolution (As Introduced)
  • Sponsor: Senator Blackshear (co-sponsor listed as Willis Blackshear)
  • Status: Adopted June 30, 2026

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors Mila Gelbart for achieving the 2026 Division III state championship in the pole vault.
  • It recognizes Gelbart’s athletic talent, dedication, sportsmanship, leadership, and the positive impact of her achievements on her school (Oakwood High School), teammates, coaches, family, and community.
  • The resolution expresses pride and gratitude from the Ohio Senate and conveys optimism for Gelbart’s future endeavors.

Key Provisions and Language

  • Acknowledges Mila Gelbart as the 2026 Division III State Champion in the pole vault.
  • Commends her for combining talent with competitive spirit and good sportsmanship.
  • Highlights her role on the Oakwood High School girls track and field team.
  • Notes that her achievements reflect positively on her family, teammates, coaches, school, and community.
  • States that her success will aid her in facing future challenges and serves as a source of pride for the community.
  • The Senate resolves to commend Gelbart and transmit a copy of the resolution to her.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary: Mila Gelbart (athlete)
  • Secondary: Oakwood High School girls track and field program, Oakwood community, Gelbart’s coaches and family, and the broader Ohio sports community.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and sponsorship occurred during the 136th General Assembly’s Regular Session.
  • The resolution was adopted on June 30, 2026.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, it serves to publicly recognize and honor Gelbart rather than create enforceable obligations or policy changes.

Notes

  • This is a commemorative, non-binding resolution that serves to acknowledge athletic achievement and its broader social value.
  • It aligns with typical state-level acknowledgments of exemplary student-athletes and may be used by schools and communities to highlight local success.

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

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