Mississippi 2022 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HC83

Introduced
3/22/22  
Refer
3/22/22  
Engrossed
3/23/22  
Refer
3/23/22  
Enrolled
4/1/22  

Caption

Pine Grove High School Boys Basketball Team; commend for winning MHSAA Class 2A Boys Basketball State Championship.

Impact

The passing of HC83 serves as a formal recognition of the team's excellence, fostering a sense of pride within Pine Grove High School and its community. It reinforces the importance of student-athletes in Mississippi and their contributions to the state’s culture of sportsmanship and excellence. Commemorating such achievements in the legislature advocates the value of teamwork, discipline, and commitment among young athletes.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 83 (HC83) is a legislative resolution acknowledging the accomplishments of the Pine Grove High School Panthers Boys Basketball Team for winning the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 2A Boys Basketball State Championship. The resolution celebrates not only the team's victory against Velma Jackson High School but also emphasizes the hard work and teamwork exhibited throughout the season, which has culminated in this commendable achievement.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding HC83 is highly positive, reflecting admiration for the team's achievements. Legislators exhibited a collective sense of pride in their local representatives, as evidenced by the unanimous support for the resolution which passed with 52 yeas and no nays during the voting session. The resolution is primarily about celebrating youth success and recognizing the hard work that goes into such accomplishments.

Contention

Although HC83 primarily serves as a commendation and appears to be non-controversial, there are implicit discussions in the legislative environment regarding the funding and support for high school sports programs broadly. The resolution may also open up dialogues related to the resources allocated to such programs and the prioritization of athletic programs within educational institutions, setting the stage for future discussions about sports and education in Mississippi.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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