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HR 428

Honoring The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team as the 2026 Mid-American Conference Champion.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Derrick Hall and 1 co-sponsor

The bill formally honors The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team for winning the 2026 MAC Championship, singling out their 771-point victory and coaching staff.

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Bill Summary · HR 428

Bill overview

  • Bill: HR 428
  • Session: 136th General Assembly (Ohio)
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Title: Honoring The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team as the 2026 Mid-American Conference Champion
  • Status: Adopted by the Ohio House of Representatives on May 12, 2026

Purpose and intent

  • The resolution honors and recognizes The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team for winning the 2026 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championship.
  • It acknowledges the team’s sustained success, specifically noting a fifth consecutive MAC crown.

Key provisions and statements

  • Formal recognition: The House extends commendation to the team and coaching staff.
  • Performance acknowledgment: Highlights the team’s achievement of earning 771 points at the MAC Championships.
  • Coaching and program praise: Credits head coach Brian Peresie and the program's staff for conditioning, training, and development leading to the victory.
  • Values and lessons: Emphasizes camaraderie, diligence, and discipline as outcomes of the program.
  • Courtesy to recipient: Requires the Clerk to transmit a duly authenticated copy of the resolution to The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team.

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: The University of Akron women’s swimming and diving team and its coaching staff.
  • Secondary beneficiaries: The university community, student-athletes, and supporters who recognize and celebrate the program’s success.

Procedural and timeline details

  • Method: Non-binding House resolution recognizing a specific athletic achievement.
  • Action history: Adopted by the House on May 12, 2026.
  • Publication/communication: Clerk to transmit the resolution to The University of Akron.

Potential impact

  • Public acknowledgment of athletic excellence can boost school pride and visibility for the program.
  • May contribute to morale and media attention surrounding Akron’s women’s swimming and diving team.
  • Non-substantive in legislative terms (no funding, policy changes, or regulatory impact), serving primarily as ceremonial recognition.

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

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