Arkansas 2026 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SR33

Introduced
4/22/26  

Caption

TO RECOGNIZE THE VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL POINTERS WRESTLING TEAM AS THE 2025-2026 CLASS 5A DUAL AND TEAM STATE CHAMPIONS AND THE LADY POINTERS WRESTLING TEAM AS BACK-TO-BACK CLASS 5A STATE RUNNERS-UP.

Impact

By adopting SR33, the legislature aims to formally acknowledge the dedication, skill, and competitive spirit of high school athletes. Such resolutions promote school pride and foster a sense of community support for athletic programs. This kind of recognition contributes positively to the morale of the student-athletes, encouraging them and future students to engage in sports and strive for excellence. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of athletics in schools as a foundational element of student development and community identity.

Summary

SR33 is a resolution recognizing the achievements of the Van Buren High School Pointers Wrestling Team for their performance during the 2025-2026 academic year. The resolution commends the team for winning the Class 5A Dual and Team State Championships, marking a significant milestone in their athletic endeavors. Additionally, it highlights the accomplishments of the Lady Pointers Wrestling Team, which secured the status of back-to-back Class 5A State Runners-up. This resolution serves to honor the hard work and commitment of both teams and their coaching staff.

Contention

As the resolution pertains to recognition rather than legislative change, there may not be major points of contention surrounding SR33. However, debates can arise around the allocation of state resources and attention towards high school sports in light of economic constraints. Some may argue that recognition of such resolutions is essential for building community spirit, while others might suggest focusing efforts on more pressing legislative issues. Nonetheless, SR33 illustrates the legislature's role in celebrating local successes, which is often seen as a unifying act in the community.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SR62

To Recognize The Van Buren High School Pointers Wrestling Team As The 2024-2025 Class 5a State Champions And The Lady Pointers Wrestling Team As The 2024-2025 Class 5a State Runners-up.

AR HR1097

To Recognize The Gravette High School Lions Wrestling Team As The 2025 Class 4a State Champions.

AR SR60

To Recognize The Gravette High School Lions Wrestling Team As The 2025 Class 4a State Champions.

AR HR1077

To Recognize The Rogers Heritage High School War Eagles Boys' Wrestling Team As The Class 6a State Champions.

AR SR51

To Recognize The Benton High School Panthers Boys' Basketball Team As The Class 5a State Champions.

AR HR1089

To Recognize The Benton High School Panthers Boys' Basketball Team As The Class 5a State Champions.

AR HR1093

To Recognize The Izard County High School Lady Cougars Basketball Team As The 2025 Class 2a State Champions.

AR HR1112

To Recognize The West Side Greers Ferry High School Lady Eagles Basketball Team As The 2025 Class 1a State Champions.

AR SR54

To Recognize The Taylor High School Lady Tigers Softball Team As The 2024 Class 1a State Champions.

AR HR1087

To Recognize The De Queen High School Lady Leopards Basketball Team As The Class 4a State Champions.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.