As Introduced 136th General Assembly Regular Session S. R. No. 50 2025-2026 Senator Wilson A R E S O L U T I O N Honoring Taylor Bacher on securing a 2025 Division II State Swimming Championship title. WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend Taylor Bacher as the 2025 Division II State Swimming Champion in the girls 200-yard freestyle; and WHEREAS, Taylor Bacher’s outstanding ability and spirited drive, as well as her quickness and tenacity, have distinguished her as a superior athlete and an exemplary member of the Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy girls swim team. At this year’s Division II State Swim Meet, she placed first in the 200-yard freestyle event with a time of 1:49.49, placed second in the 100-yard butterfly event, and helped the 400-yard freestyle relay team finish first and the 200-yard medley relay team finish second, and she has gained the respect and admiration of all those who have witnessed her in action; and WHEREAS, Few sports embody the spirit of individual accomplishment more than swimming. Athletes such as Taylor Bacher exemplify the qualities necessary for excellence in any sport, including discipline, agility, conditioning, and focus. Indeed, throughout long hours of practice and competition, she has consistently demonstrated the talent and motivation that are the hallmarks of a true competitor; and WHEREAS, Through her participation in sports, Taylor Bacher has learned lessons of perseverance, hard work, and fair and honest competition that will undoubtedly be of great benefit to her throughout her lifetime. Time and again, she has risen to the occasion, maintaining her morale, composure, and good sportsmanship, and she has set a fine example that is sure to inspire future generations of Eagles; therefore be it 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 S. R. No. 50 Page 2 As Introduced RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate Taylor Bacher on her outstanding performance in state competition and offer best wishes for continued success; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Taylor Bacher. 26 27 28 29 30 31