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HR 1023

RIFA Act

119th Congress Introduced by Mark Harris and 1 co-sponsor

HR 1023 honors the Salem Greyhounds for winning the Class 3A state football championship, celebrating their record season and boosting community pride and spirit.

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Bill Summary · HR 1023

Summary of HR 1023 - RIFA Act

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: HR 1023
  • Title: RIFA Act
  • Introduced: January 29, 2025
  • Status: Introduced in House
  • Sponsor: Representative Steimel

Purpose and Intent

HR 1023 is a House Resolution aimed at formally recognizing the Salem Greyhounds football team for their outstanding achievement in winning the Class 3A state championship. This resolution honors the team's accomplishments during the 2024 football season and celebrates their first state title victory.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition of Achievement: The resolution congratulates the Salem Greyhounds for winning the Class 3A state football title against the Bismarck Lions with a score of 42-34 on December 13, 2024.
  • Season Highlights:
    • The team finished the season with a record of 12 wins and 3 losses, marking the most wins in school history.
    • The Greyhounds were back-to-back Class 3A-2 conference champions.
    • The team's offense averaged 38.4 points per game during the playoffs.
    • The defense allowed an average of only 17.8 points per game in the playoffs.
    • The team rushed for over 4,900 yards and passed for over 1,250 yards throughout the season.
  • Player Recognition:
    • All-State players included Skyler Payne, Caleb Leisenring, Kaiden Hollis, and Keagan Sanderson.
    • Jackson Taylor was named Finals Most Valuable Player for his performance in the championship game.
  • Coaching Acknowledgment: Head Coach Josh Watson received multiple Coach of the Year awards, and Assistant Coach Billy Webber was nominated for the Broyles Award.

Impact

This resolution serves to honor the Salem Greyhounds and promote school spirit and community pride. It recognizes the hard work and dedication of the players, coaching staff, and supporters, fostering a sense of achievement within the local community.

Legislative Timeline

  • January 29, 2025: Bill filed and read for the first time.
  • February 5, 2025: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • February 10, 2025: Returned by the Committee with a "Do Pass" recommendation.
  • April 9, 2025: Bill read and adopted by the House.

Related Bills

  • HR 1048: A companion bill related to HR 1023.

This resolution not only highlights a significant achievement in Arkansas high school sports but also serves as a reminder of the importance of teamwork and community support in fostering youth athletics.

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

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