Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

Vermont House Bill HCR273

Introduced
4/30/26  
Engrossed
5/1/26  

Caption

House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as National Tennis Month in Vermont

Impact

The adoption of HCR273 would not lead to any direct legal changes or modifications to state laws, as it is a resolution rather than a legislative bill that enacts law. However, the resolution serves to elevate the status of tennis in Vermont and aims to inspire various organizations and communities to engage in tennis-related activities during the month of May. It could potentially encourage more local programs focused on spreading awareness about the health benefits of tennis and increasing participation in the sport.

Summary

HCR273 is a House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as National Tennis Month in Vermont. This resolution is symbolic in nature and aims to promote tennis as a sport that provides health, social, and educational benefits to individuals of all ages and abilities. It acknowledges the founding of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and its efforts to increase tennis accessibility and participation across the United States, particularly highlighting the record number of tennis players in 2025.

Sentiment

The general sentiment around HCR273 appears to be positive, as it reflects a unified effort to promote health and community well-being through sports. Supporters likely view this resolution as a valuable opportunity to improve physical activity levels among Vermonters and foster community connections through sport. The recognition of a National Tennis Month aligns with broader public health goals, emphasizing the importance of physical activities for healthy living.

Contention

While HCR273 does not seem to elicit significant contention, there may be discussions around priorities for state recognition and resource allocation among various sports. Some individuals or groups might feel that sports other than tennis should be highlighted or that the resources for promoting one sport over others could be better utilized in addressing public health concerns more broadly.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VT HCR301

House concurrent resolution recognizing May 2026 as National Foster Care Month in Vermont

VT HR161

Designates May 13, 2025, as Louisiana Community Tennis Association Day and May 2025 as National Tennis Month

VT SR105

Relative to National Tennis Month.

VT J02053

Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Tennis Month in the State of New York

VT HCR299

House concurrent resolution in memory of Elana Grace Korey and recognizing August 2, 2026, as 802 Day in Vermont

VT SR55

A resolution recognizing January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month".

VT SR600

A resolution recognizing January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month".

VT HR1019

Recognizing the Gulf Coast Tennis Association on the occasion of National Tennis Month 2025.

VT HR98

Recognizing the month of March 2025 as "National Athletic Training Month" in Pennsylvania.

VT HR103

Recognizing the month of April 2025 as "National Volunteer Month" in Pennsylvania.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.