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HJR 223

Memorials, Sports - Paulina Herrmann Bennett, Clay County Sports Hall of Fame -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Ceremonially recognizes Paulina Herrmann Bennett’s induction into the Clay County Sports Hall of Fame and honors her high school athletic achievements with best wishes.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 223

Summary of HJR 223 (House Joint Resolution 223)

Overview

  • Bill Number: HJR 223
  • Title: Memorials, Sports – Paulina Herrmann Bennett, Clay County Sports Hall of Fame
  • Nature: Joint resolution (ceremonial memorializing)
  • Sponsor: Rep. Keisling
  • Introduced: February 12, 2025
  • Status: Signed by Governor on February 27, 2025; transmitted to Governor for action on that date
  • Purpose: To honor and congratulate Paulina Herrmann Bennett on her induction into the Clay County Sports Hall of Fame

What the bill would do

  • The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s praise for Paulina Herrmann Bennett’s athletic achievements and recognizes her induction into the Clay County Sports Hall of Fame.
  • It notes her status as an iconic figure in Clay County girls’ basketball and memorializes the occasion with best wishes for her continued success and happiness.
  • It directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a clerical formatting clause about the copy’s final language.

Honoree background (as stated in the bill)

  • Paulina Herrmann Bennett played high school basketball from 2002–2005 at Celina High School and Clay County High School.
  • She was a two-year starter, accumulating 1,222 points and 453 rebounds.
  • Her teams compiled a 101–31 record over four years.
  • Team accomplishments include:
    • Three district championships
    • Two region championships
    • Two sub-states appearances; two state tournaments
    • State runner-up finish in 2002
  • Individual honors include multiple all-conference selections (first team as a junior and senior), a district tournament MVP, and an All-Region Tournament selection.

Procedural history and timeline

  • 2025-02-12: Introductory filing; placed on House consent calendar for 2/13
  • 2025-02-13: Adopted in the House (Ayes 92, Nays 0); sponsor additions
  • 2025-02-20: Received by Senate; placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 2/24
  • 2025-02-24: Concurred by both chambers (Ayes 33, Nays 0)
  • 2025-02-25: Enrolled; House Speaker signed
  • 2025-02-26: Senate Speaker signed
  • 2025-02-27: Governor signed; bill transmitted to Governor for action
  • Status after signing: The resolution is officially enacted as a ceremonial memorial recognizing Bennett’s induction

Effects and impact

  • Fiscal impact: None (ceremonial honor; no new programs or spending).

Bottom line

HJR 223 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing Paulina Herrmann Bennett’s induction into the Clay County Sports Hall of Fame, highlighting her high school athletic achievements and honors. It conveys official state appreciation and wish for continued success, and, once signed by the Governor, serves as an official memorial of commendation.

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

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