Virginia 2025 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HR795

Introduced
2/18/25  
Engrossed
2/19/25  

Caption

Commending the Phoebus High School football team.

Summary

House Resolution 795 is a commemorative resolution honoring the Phoebus High School football team of Hampton for winning the Virginia High School League Class 4 state championship in 2024. The resolution highlights the team’s fourth consecutive state title, its second straight undefeated season, and its 11th overall state championship, along with notable game details from the championship victory over Varina High School. The resolution also recognizes broader program achievements, including Phoebus High School becoming the first school in Virginia to win state championships in three different classifications and the Class of 2025 becoming only the second in school history to win four consecutive state titles. It attributes the team’s success to the student-athletes, coaches, staff, and community support, and directs the House Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to head coach Jeremy Blunt.

Impact

HR795 does not change state law, create new rights, or impose any regulatory or fiscal requirements. Its effect is purely ceremonial: it places the House of Delegates’ official commendation into the legislative record and formally recognizes the Phoebus High School football program and its championship season. The only practical action required is preparation of a presentation copy for the team’s head coach.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill was agreed to by the House of Delegates, and the text reflects admiration for the team’s historic accomplishments, discipline, and sustained excellence. There is no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or divided vote in the provided materials.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because this is a commemorative resolution rather than substantive legislation, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal concerns, or disagreement over legal effects. The resolution is focused entirely on honoring the team’s athletic achievements and community pride.

Companion Bills

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Similar Bills

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