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HR 119

Honoring the Norwalk High School cheer team as a 2025 OASSA State Champion.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kellie Deeter

Ohio legislature formally honors Norwalk High School cheer team for winning 2025 OASSA state championship through commemorative resolution.

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Bill Summary · HR 119

Legislative bill overview

HR 119 is a commemorative resolution honoring the Norwalk High School cheer team for winning the 2025 OASSA (Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators) State Championship. The bill formally recognizes this athletic achievement through legislative action.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions celebrate local achievements and allow legislatures to formally acknowledge outstanding performance by constituents. This recognition can boost school and community pride, and provides a record of achievement in official state documents.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that commemorative resolutions consume legislative resources that could address substantive policy issues
  • Selectivity concerns: Questions about why certain teams receive legislative recognition while others with similar achievements do not
  • Precedent: Frequent commemorative resolutions can establish expectations for recognition of all state championship teams, potentially overwhelming the legislative calendar

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

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