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SR 346

Honoring the Washington High School boys basketball team as the 2026 Division II State Champion.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jane Timken

The resolution congratulates Washington High School boys basketball for winning the 2026 Division II state title (27-1) and commends coach Josh Hose and the team.

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Bill Summary · SR 346

Summary of SR 346 (136th General Assembly, Regular Session) — Honoring the Washington High School boys basketball team as the 2026 Division II State Champion

Purpose and intent

  • This is a Senate resolution recognizing and congratulating the Washington High School boys basketball team for winning the 2026 Division II Ohio State Championship.
  • The resolution also recognizes the team’s coach, Josh Hose, and expresses pride in the players, families, school, and community.
  • It serves as an official commendation from the Ohio Senate, highlighting values such as sportsmanship, determination, perseverance, and camaraderie.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution declares that Washington High School won the Division II State Championship with a 68-63 victory over Westerville North.
  • It notes the team’s season record as 27-1.
  • It acknowledges the leadership and contributions of the head coach, Josh Hose.
  • The document characterizes the achievement as a source of pride for the team and relevant stakeholders and calls on the Senate to commend the players and coach as exemplary citizens.
  • The resolution directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to Washington High School boys basketball team.

Who or what would be affected

  • Washington High School boys basketball team and coaching staff (recognition by the Ohio Senate).
  • Washington High School as an institution and its community, including players, families, and supporters.
  • No legal or policy changes; this is a ceremonial, honorary resolution rather than substantive legislation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Adopted by the Senate on April 27, 2026.
  • Sponsorship: Primary sponsor is Senator Timken with a co-sponsor listed as Senator Jane Timken.
  • Effect: Once adopted, the Clerk of the Senate issues an authenticated copy of the resolution to Washington High School.

Notable details

  • Final game score cited: Washington 68, Westerville North 63.
  • Final season record: 27-1.
  • Emphasizes values tied to athletic competition: maturity, experience, determination, perseverance, and camaraderie.

This summary presents the bill as a ceremonial commendation honoring athletic achievement and leadership, without creating new legal obligations or policy changes.

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

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