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HCR 270

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2026 Stowe High School Division II championship boys’ Nordic ski team

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ann Cummings and 4 co-sponsors

The bill formally congratulates Stowe High School boys’ Nordic ski team for winning the Division II state championship, a symbolic recognition with no fiscal impact or policy chang

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Bill Summary · HCR 270

Summary of HCR 270 (2025-2026) – Vermont

Purpose

  • House Concurrent Resolution congratulating the Stowe High School boys’ Nordic ski team for winning the Division II state championship in 2026.
  • Purpose: Officially recognize and celebrate the team’s achievement and its impact on Stowe High School and the Vermont ski/racing community.

Key Provisions

  • Formal declaration of congratulations by the Vermont General Assembly.
  • Acknowledgment of the team’s performance at the Division II level in Nordic skiing during the 2025-2026 season.
  • Recognition of the student-athletes, coaches, school administration, and supporters contributing to the championship effort.
  • May include a statement of the enduring value of athletic achievement, teamwork, discipline, and school pride.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Stowe High School boys’ Nordic ski team (Division II) and associated participants (athletes, coaches, and school staff).
  • The broader Stowe community and Vermont sports community through public recognition in state records.
  • There is no change to laws, funding, or policy; the action is ceremonial and symbolic.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Last recorded action on April 23, 2026, listed as “On Consent Calendar,” indicating it is eligible for expedited consideration and may be approved without debate.
  • Sponsorship: Prime sponsor Rep. Jed Lipsky; Senate sponsors include Sen. Richard Westman, Sen. Ann Cummings, Sen. Andrew Perchlik, and Sen. Anne Watson. Co-sponsors include Andrew Perchlik, Jed Lipsky, Anne Watson, Richard Westman, and Ann Cummings.
  • Committee Activity: No specific committee meeting history is listed; typical path would pass through one or more relevant committees before moving to floor action via consent calendar.

Impact and Rationale

  • Symbolic gesture intended to honor athletic excellence and teamwork.
  • Enhances the visibility of Vermont high school Nordic skiing achievements and can inspire student-athletes and school programs.
  • No fiscal obligations or policy changes are attached; the resolution serves an affirmational purpose and contributes to the state’s formal record of excellence.

If you would like, I can add a brief comparison to typical concurrent resolutions (how they function in Vermont, their usual scope, and how they differ from statutory changes).

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

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