Indiana 2026 Regular Session

Indiana Senate Bill SCR0015

Introduced
1/27/26  
Engrossed
1/28/26  
Enrolled
2/3/26  

Caption

Congratulating the Hamilton Southeastern H.S. boys lacrosse team.

Summary

SCR0015 is a simple congratulatory concurrent resolution honoring the Hamilton Southeastern High School boys lacrosse team for winning the 2025 Indiana High School Lacrosse Association Class 2A state championship. The resolution notes that the team defeated Carmel High School on May 31, 2025, earned its second consecutive state title, and continued a long run of championship-level success, including making the finals in each of the previous seven years. The resolution also highlights individual and team achievements, including head coach Scott Beesley’s leadership, the team’s 16-5-0 record, and statistical dominance on offense and defense. It recognizes several players for honors such as IHSLA Player of the Year, All-American, and Academic All-American distinctions, and emphasizes that this title was the program’s fifth in seven years. The measure directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to the team.

Impact

SCR0015 does not change Indiana law, create new programs, appropriate funds, or impose any regulatory requirements. Its legal effect is limited to an official expression of congratulations by the Indiana General Assembly and the administrative act of sending copies of the resolution to the team. The bill affects no statutes or private parties beyond the symbolic recognition of the Hamilton Southeastern boys lacrosse program.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is entirely positive and celebratory. The bill is framed as a formal commendation for athletic excellence, sustained success, and academic and athletic recognition among team members. There is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or vote history indicating controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because the resolution is honorary in nature, it does not appear to have raised policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. The only substantive content is the recognition of the team’s championship performance and accomplishments.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IN SR0067

Congratulating the Orleans H.S. boys basketball team.

IN SCR0043

Congratulating the South Bend Saint Joseph High School boys basketball team.

IN SR0057

Congratulating the Jeffersonville High School boys basketball team.

IN SR0073

Congratulating the Manchester High School boys basketball team.

IN SCR0018

Congratulating Noah Malone.

IN HCR0042

Congratulating the St. Joseph High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 Indiana High School Athletic Association Class 3A state championship title.

IN SCR0037

Congratulating the Avon High School dance team.

IN SCR0020

Congratulating the Brownsburg High School football team.

IN HR0043

Congratulating the Jeffersonville High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 Indiana High School Athletic Association Class 4A state championship title.

IN SCR0039

Congratulating the New Palestine High School football team.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.