House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2026 Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars dance team on winning the school’s eighth State jazz and 18th overall State dancing championship

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jana Brown and 7 co-sponsors

The bill formally recognizes Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars dance team for winning their 8th State Jazz title and 18th overall state dancing championship.

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b

Purpose

A House concurrent resolution congratulating the Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars dance team for achieving notable competitive success during the 2025-2026 season, specifically:

Winning the school’s eighth State Jazz championship
Securing the 18th overall State dancing championship for the program

Key Provisions

Officially recognizes and applauds the Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars dance team and its accomplishments during the 2026 state competition season.

Acknowledges the team's performance in two categories:

State Jazz championship (8th title for the school)
Overall State dancing championship (18th title for the school)

Lists sponsors in support of the resolution, including:

Primary sponsors: Rep. Edye Graning, Rep. Jana Brown; Sen. Thomas Chittenden, Sen. Virginia Lyons
Additional sponsors: Sen. Kesha Ram Hinsdale; Reps. Trevor Squirrell, Thomas Stevens, Theresa Wood

Indicates the resolution was finalized and placed on the Consent Calendar as of April 30, 2026, meaning it was routine and non-controversial in the legislative process.

Who/What is Affected

Mount Mansfield Union High School Cougars dance team (the primary subject of recognition)

The school community and supporters (students, staff, families, and supporters who celebrate the program’s success)

Vermont legislators and the general public who read the resolution as an official commendation

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

Type of measure: House concurrent resolution (HCR)

Session: 2025-2026

Last action: April 30, 2026 — placed on Consent Calendar (indicating expedited consideration and broad support)

Witness testimony: No recorded testimonies listed in the provided records

No further legislative action required for a concurrent resolution to memorialize or commend the achievement, beyond standard passage by both chambers and the governor’s signature (if applicable in Vermont’s process for concurrent resolutions)

Additional Notes

The resolution functions as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than creating new law or policy.

It highlights the long-standing success of the school’s dance program, noting a historic record with multiple state titles (18 total state championships, including the 8th in State Jazz).

Co-sponsors reflect cross-chamber and cross-district support, signaling broad community endorsement of recognizing the team’s accomplishments.

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