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HR 471

Honoring the Wayne High School boys track and field team as the 2026 Division I State Champion.

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Plummer

The bill designates Wayne High School boys track and field as the 2026 Division I State Champions and commends the team, coach, and school for their achievement and values.

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Bill Summary · HR 471

Summary of HR 471 (136th General Assembly, Ohio)

Purpose

  • Honor and recognize the Wayne High School boys track and field team for winning the 2026 Division I State Championship in Ohio.
  • Officially commend the team, their coach, and the school for athletic achievement and sportsmanship.
  • Express pride on behalf of the Ohio House of Representatives and transmit the resolution to Wayne High School.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Note

  • Proclamation Format: The resolution designates the team as the 2026 Division I State Champion for boys track and field.
  • Commendation: The House commends the Wayne High School team for their season, performance, leadership, and camaraderie.
  • Acknowledgment of Leadership and Values: Highlights the athletes’ dedication, perseverance, sportsmanship, teamwork, and the positive impact on students, families, the school, and the community.
  • Coach Recognition: Specifically acknowledges coach Michael Fernandez for his leadership.
  • Transmission: Requires the Clerk of the House to transmit a duly authenticated copy of the resolution to Wayne High School boys track and field team.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Wayne High School boys track and field team (Division I state champions, 2026).
  • Wayne High School, its athletes, families, and coach Michael Fernandez.
  • The broader Wayne community and Ohio’s athletic and educational communities (through formal recognition).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Adopted on June 25, 2026.
  • Legislative Vehicle: House resolution (H. Res.), non-binding ceremonial recognition rather than substantive statutory or funding changes.
  • Sponsor: Representative Phil Plummer (co-sponsor noted).

Notable Observations

  • The resolution emphasizes character development, the importance of athletics in education, and the team’s achievement as a source of local and state pride.
  • No appropriations, policy changes, or programmandates are included; the act is a ceremonial acknowledgment typical of commemorative resolutions.

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

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