Honoring the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs on the One Hundred Seventy-fifth Anniversary of the YMCA.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Shane Wilkin

The resolution honors the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs for its 175th anniversary, recognizing its history, programs, and ongoing community contributions without changing laws or funding.

Adopted

Summary of SR 371 (136th General Assembly, Ohio)

What the bill is

Type: Senate Resolution (S. Res.), designated SR 371.

Purpose: Honoring the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs on the Ohio YMCA’s 175th anniversary.

Status: Adopted by the Ohio Senate on June 9, 2026.

Sponsor: Senator Wilkin (with a co-sponsor noted as Shane Wilkin).

Main purpose and intent

The resolution acknowledges and commends the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs for its 175th anniversary and long-standing service.

It recognizes the YMCA movement's historical origins, impact, and ongoing contributions to the community.

The resolution expresses appreciation for the alliance’s staff, volunteers, and the communities served.

Key provisions and changes

Formal recognition: The Ohio Senate applauds the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs for its founders, mission, and achievements.

Content highlights: Reiterates the YMCA’s role in providing family-oriented programs such as swim lessons, childcare, and afterschool programs; affirms the alliance’s dedication to the YMCA principles.

No statutory changes: As a resolution, it does not enact new laws, create new regulations, or allocate funds. It is an official expression of the Senate’s respect and best wishes.

Who/what is affected

Primary audience: The Ohio Alliance of YMCAs, its leadership, staff, volunteers, and the communities they serve.

Broader impact: The resolution serves to officially recognize and celebrate the organization’s historical and ongoing contributions to the state.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and adoption: The resolution was adopted by the Ohio Senate in June 2026.

Formal action: As a resolution, it involves ceasing no immediate policy implementation or funding changes; it serves as ceremonial recognition.

Transmission: The resolution directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit an authenticated copy to the Ohio Alliance of YMCAs.

Notable details

The bill provides historical context about the YMCA’s origins dating back to 1851 and mentions its international roots and the Ohio alliance’s role in perpetuating its mission locally.

No monetary figures, targeted programs, or policy reforms are contained within the text of this resolution.

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