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HR 1031

TO RECOGNIZE THE ROGERS HIGH SCHOOL LADY MOUNTIES GIRLS' WRESTLING TEAM AS THE 2026 CLASS 6A STATE CHAMPIONS.

2026 Fiscal Session Introduced by Rebecca Burkes and 5 co-sponsors

Recognizes Rogers High School Lady Mounties as the 2026 Class 6A state champions in girls wrestling, highlighting their 218.5-point win and champions’ achievements.

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Bill Summary · HR 1031

Summary of Bill HR 1031 (2026) – Arkansas

Basic purpose

  • Official House Resolution recognizing the Rogers High School Lady Mounties girls’ wrestling team as the 2026 Class 6A state champions.

Key provisions and statements

  • Declares that the Rogers High School Lady Mounties girls' wrestling team won the 2026 Class 6A state championship held on February 14, 2026, at the Jack Stephens Center, University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
  • Notes the team’s total score: 218.5 points to win the state championship.
  • Acknowledges additional accomplishments:
    • Dual State Champions (undefeated in conference duals) and 2026 6A West Conference Champions.
  • Lists team members: Ashley Thompson, Dalani Hornbuckle, Anna Dux, Heidi Benefield, Rebecca Gonzalez, Arden Jellen, Heysel Solis, Leslie Marquez, Shelsea Morales, Gracie Wood, Kyra Duncan, Analy Quintero, Mckayla Carlisle, Addison Garrett, Briseis Ramirez, Mariah Myers, Maricarmen Garcia.
  • Identifies coaching staff: Head Coach Willie Wright; Assistant Coaches Jimi Hornbuckle and Alex Herrline.
  • Individual achievements among team members:
    • Ashley Thompson, Dalani Hornbuckle, Anna Dux: three-time state champions.
    • Heidi Benefield: two-time state champion.
    • Rebecca Gonzalez, Arden Jellen, Heysel Solis, Leslie Marquez: one-time state champions.
    • Shelsea Morales, Gracie Wood: state runners-up.
    • Kyra Duncan, Analy Quintero, Mckayla Carlisle, Addison Garrett: earned All-Conference honors.
  • Formal legislative action:
    • The House of Representatives is asked to recognize the team as the 2026 Class 6A state champions.
    • Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to Coach Willie Wright by the Chief Clerk of the House.

Affected parties

  • Rogers High School Lady Mounties girls’ wrestling program (athletes, coaching staff, school community) acknowledged for achieving state championship status.
  • The broader audience includes students, families, and fans of Rogers High School and Arkansas high school wrestling.

Procedural/timelines

  • Filed: April 14, 2026.
  • First reading: April 14, 2026 (rules suspended for second reading).
  • Second reading and referral: April 14, 2026 to the Committee on House Management.
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary: Representatives John Carr, R.
    • Co-sponsors: Brit McKenzie, Scott Richardson, Austin McCollum, Kendon Underwood, Rebecca Burkes.
  • This is a symbolic/recognition measure, not a spending or regulatory bill.

Impact and significance

  • Serves as an official acknowledgment of achievement by a high school sports team.
  • May contribute to the school's prestige, community pride, and recognition of student-athletes’ hard work and success.
  • Provides formal historical record of the 2026 state championship in Class 6A girls’ wrestling.

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

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