Ohio 2025-2026 Regular Session

Ohio Senate Bill SR71

Introduced
3/25/25  

Caption

Honoring the Columbus Grove High School girls basketball team on securing the 2025 Division VI State Championship.

Summary

SR71 is a simple Senate resolution honoring the Columbus Grove High School girls basketball team for winning the 2025 Division VI State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team’s 65-46 victory, notes that the title is the first state championship in program history, and praises the players for their determination, maturity, and athletic skill. The measure also commends Head Coach Brian Schroeder, the coaching staff, and the broader Columbus Grove community for supporting the team’s success. It frames the championship as an example of the value of hard work, teamwork, and perseverance, and it directs the Senate Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the resolution to the team.

Impact

SR71 does not change Ohio law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely ceremonial: it formally places the Senate’s congratulations and recognition into the legislative record and authorizes transmission of the resolution to the team. The only parties directly affected are the Columbus Grove High School girls basketball team, its coaches, and the school/community being honored.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive. The text is celebratory and complimentary, emphasizing athletic achievement, discipline, and community pride. No votes, committee transcripts, or recorded objections are provided, and nothing in the bill suggests controversy or opposition.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because SR71 is a nonbinding honorary resolution, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal concerns, or disagreement over legal effects. The only substantive focus is the recognition of the team’s championship accomplishment and the people who supported it.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OH HB271

Number state ballot issues consecutively based on prior election

OH SB279

To delay the deadline for a major political party to certify its presidential and vice presidential candidates to the Secretary of State for the 2024 general election.

OH SB280

To amend sections 3505.01 and 3505.10 of the Revised Code to modify the deadline for a political party to certify its nominees for President and Vice-President to the Secretary of State.

OH HB1

To amend sections 3517.12, 3517.13, and 3517.155 of the Revised Code to modify the Campaign Finance Law regarding foreign nationals and statewide initiatives and referenda and to declare an emergency.

OH HB2

To amend sections 3517.12, 3517.13, and 3517.155 of the Revised Code to modify the Campaign Finance Law regarding foreign nationals and statewide initiatives and referenda and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.