Washington House Bill HR4640

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/28/25
• Passed: 3/28/25

Caption

Recognizing the 2024-25 4A Girls Basketball Washington State Champions A.C. Davis High School in Yakima.

Summary

House Resolution 4640 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the A.C. Davis High School Pirates girls basketball team of Yakima for winning the 2024-25 Class 4A Washington state championship. The resolution recounts the team’s championship run at the Tacoma Dome, including its decisive victory over Sumner High School in a rematch of an earlier loss, and highlights the team’s resilience, teamwork, and perseverance. It also recognizes sophomore guard Cheyenne Hull for being named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. The resolution further acknowledges the contributions of the players, coaching staff, families, friends, and the Yakima community, and it specifically names the team members and coaches. It frames the team’s success as an example of the positive role school athletics can play in personal and academic development, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and resilience among young people. The measure directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the school principal, head coach, and superintendent of the Yakima School District as a formal expression of the House’s respect and admiration.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to a formal legislative recognition entered into the House record and the transmission of copies to school officials. The practical impact is symbolic: it publicly honors the team, its coaches, and the Yakima community, and reinforces the Legislature’s support for interscholastic athletics and student achievement.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill text is entirely laudatory, and there is no indication of opposition, controversy, or divided views in the available context. The resolution presents the team’s championship as a source of pride for A.C. Davis High School, Yakima, and central Washington, and as an example of perseverance and community support.

Contention

There is no substantive contention reflected in the bill text, voting history, or committee materials provided. Because this is a commemorative resolution, any discussion would likely focus on whether to formally recognize the team rather than on policy differences. No opposing arguments, amendments, or recorded votes are available in the provided context.