Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

Vermont House Bill HCR002

Introduced
1/17/25  
Introduced
1/16/25  
Engrossed
1/17/25  

Caption

House concurrent resolution congratulating the 2024 Missisquoi Valley Union High School Thunderbirds Division I championship softball team

Summary

HCR002 is a ceremonial House concurrent resolution that congratulates the 2024 Missisquoi Valley Union High School Thunderbirds for winning the Vermont Division I softball championship. The resolution recounts the championship game against Mt. Anthony, noting that Missisquoi won an extra-inning contest 8–7 after a dramatic eighth-inning run. It also names the players, head coach, assistant coaches, and team managers recognized for the team’s achievement. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy to Missisquoi Valley Union High School, but it does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Its effect is limited to formal legislative recognition and public commendation of the team and its supporters.

Impact

HCR002 has no regulatory or fiscal impact on Vermont statutes, agencies, or private parties. It is a nonbinding congratulatory resolution that serves only to express the General Assembly’s appreciation and to place the team’s accomplishment into the official record. The only administrative action required is transmission of the resolution to Missisquoi Valley Union High School.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and celebratory. The bill text itself is written in a congratulatory tone, emphasizing the excitement of the championship game and the team’s skill and enthusiasm. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the nature of the resolution and its sponsorship indicate broad, noncontroversial support.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because this is a ceremonial resolution honoring a high school sports team, it does not appear to raise policy disagreements, legal issues, or competing stakeholder positions. The only named participants are the bill’s sponsors and the individuals recognized for the team’s success.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VT HR1537

Congratulating the Calallen High School softball team on winning the 2025 UIL 4A Division 1 state championship.

VT HR1528

Congratulating the Ganado High School softball team on winning the 2025 UIL 2A Division 1 state championship.

VT H8378

HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE BLACKSTONE VALLEY SCHOOLS (BVS) BOYS CO-OP TEAM ON WINNING THE RHODE ISLAND DIVISION II HIGH SCHOOL STATE HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP

VT SR13

Congratulating the Midway High School softball team on winning the 2025 University Interscholastic League Class 6A Division I state softball championship.

VT S3174

SENATE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE BLACKSTONE VALLEY SCHOOLS (BVS) BOYS CO-OP TEAM ON WINNING THE RHODE ISLAND DIVISION II HIGH SCHOOL STATE HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP

VT SJR0540

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate the Walker Valley High School Lady Mustangs softball team upon winning the 2025 TSSAA Class 4A state championship.

VT SR681

Congratulating The University of Texas at Tyler softball team on winning a national championship.

VT SR107

Commend Northwest Rankin High School Lady Cougars Softball Team for back-to-back State Championships.

VT HR163

Honoring the Tri-Village High School softball team on winning the 2025 Division VI State Championship.

VT SR32

Commend Simpson Academy Lady Cougars Softball Team for winning MAIS 4A Division I State Softball Championship.

Similar Bills

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