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HCR 215

House concurrent resolution congratulating Ben Ogden of Landgrove on winning two 2026 Winter Olympics cross-country skiing silver medals

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Morrow and 1 co-sponsor

The bill formally honors Ben Ogden for winning two Olympic silver medals in cross-country skiing, serving as a ceremonial statewide commendation of Vermont athletic achievement.

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
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Bill Summary · HCR 215

Summary of HCR 215 (2025-2026) – Vermont

Purpose

  • HCR 215 is a House concurrent resolution intended to publicly recognize and congratulate Ben Ogden of Landgrove, Vermont, for winning two silver medals in cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution formally acknowledges Ben Ogden’s achievement at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
  • It notes that Ogden earned two silver medals in cross-country skiing events (specific events not detailed in the bill text provided, but the recognition emphasizes multiple podium finishes).
  • The resolution designates the accomplishment as a matter of statewide pride and highlights the impact of Olympic success on Vermont’s athletic community.

Sponsorship and Support

  • Primary sponsors: House members who introduced the resolution.
  • Co-sponsors: Chris Morrow and Sandy Pinsonault, indicating cross-party legislative support.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Adopted on consent calendar and adopted in concurrence with the Senate on February 27, 2026.
  • The action history shows the resolution progressed through standard ceremonial procedures, including:
    • Placement on the Consent Calendar (February 26 and February 27, 2026)
    • Adoption on consent and in concurrence with the Senate (February 27, 2026)
    • Final approval steps reflected by Senate concurrence actions

Impact and Significance

  • The resolution does not create legal obligations or funding; rather, it serves as an official honorarium to recognize exemplary athletic achievement.
  • It provides:
    • Formal statewide commendation of Ogden’s Olympic success.
    • Public acknowledgment that may serve to inspire local athletes and raise the profile of Vermont’s sports community.
    • A ceremonial record of an event of state pride, potentially used in future civic communications or commemorations.

Who Is Affected

  • Ben Ogden and his immediate achievements are celebrated.
  • Vermonters and Vermont’s athletic community benefit through a formal expression of statewide pride.
  • The broader public and media may reference the resolution as an official recognition from the Vermont General Assembly.

Note: The summary reflects the information provided and emphasizes the bill’s ceremonial nature rather than any policy changes or appropriations.

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

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