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HR 6168

HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE BISHOP HENDRICKEN HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL TEAM ON WINNING THE RHODE ISLAND MOCK TRIAL TOURNAMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME IN SCHOOL HISTORY AND WISHING THEM CONTINUED SUCCESS AT THE NATIONAL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIPS BEING HELD IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA, FROM MAY 7-11, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Edith Ajello and 9 co-sponsors

Recognizes Bishop Hendricken High School for winning Rhode Island Mock Trial and wishes the team continued success at the May 2025 National Championship.

04/03/2025 House read and passed
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Bill Summary · HR 6168

Summary of HR 6168 – House Resolution Congratulating Bishop Hendricken High School Mock Trial Team

Purpose and intent

  • This is a ceremonial House Resolution recognizing and congratulating Bishop Hendricken High School for winning the Rhode Island Mock Trial Tournament for the first time in the school’s history.
  • The Resolution also wishes the team continued success at the National Mock Trial Championships in Phoenix, Arizona, held May 7–11, 2025.
  • It publicly acknowledges the value of mock trial as an educational activity that develops critical thinking, public speaking, civics understanding, teamwork, and preparation for higher education and careers.

Key provisions and content

  • The Rhode Island Mock Trial Tournament is described as Rhode Island’s annual competition organized by the Rhode Island Legal Education Foundation, including the structure (16 qualifying teams, single-elimination rounds, case materials, and courtroom-style judging).
  • The final competition details are stated: Bishop Hendricken High School defeated the Jacqueline M. Walsh School for the Arts of Pawtucket on March 6, 2025, at the Rhode Island Supreme Court.
  • Team members named: Benjamin Warr (President), Lucas Caporaso, Nathan Viera, Jacob Harrigan, Adam Barboza-Simpkins, Matthew Pappas, Edward Saroka, Ryan Lopez.
  • Coaches named: Donna Lynch (Moderator) and Rebecca Warr (outside attorney who assists weekly).
  • The Resolution states: “Be it Resolved, That this House of Representatives ... congratulates the Bishop Hendricken Mock Trial Team on winning the Rhode Island Mock Trial Tournament for the first time in school history,” and “we furthermore wish the Bishop Hendricken Mock Trial Team continued success at the National Mock Trial Championships being held in Phoenix, Arizona, from May 7–11, 2025.”
  • Administrative action: The Secretary of State is authorized and directed to transmit a duly certified copy of the resolution to the Bishop Hendricken Mock Trial Team.

Who/what is affected

  • Bishop Hendricken High School Mock Trial Team and its coaching staff are the primary beneficiaries of official recognition.
  • The broader Rhode Island educational and civic community is acknowledged for valuing mock trial as an educational program.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 3, 2025.
  • Sponsor(s): Representatives Solomon, Shekarchi, Blazejewski, Chippendale, Casimiro, Casey, Noret, Kennedy, Ajello, and Tanzi.
  • Referred to: House Committee (listed as Transportation and Infrastructure in the record).
  • Status: House read and passed on April 3, 2025.
  • National Championship: May 7–11, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. The resolution notes the team’s upcoming participation and conveys best wishes.

Notes

  • This is a ceremonial resolution, not a bill to modify law or allocate funds. It serves to publicly commend achievement and encourage continued excellence.

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

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