South Dakota 2025 Regular Session

South Dakota House Bill HC8020

Caption

Celebrating the Watertown Arrows 2024 Class AA state boys golf championship.

Impact

This bill does not impose any changes to state laws but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the accomplishments of the Watertown Arrows. It underscores the importance of sports within communities and recognizes the effort and dedication of young athletes who represent their schools at a state level. The celebratory nature of the bill fosters community pride and encourages continued participation in sports, showcasing the values of teamwork, perseverance, and excellence.

Summary

House Commemoration 8020 serves as a formal recognition of the Watertown Arrows for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2024 Class AA state boys golf championship. This commemoration highlights the team's overall performance, where they secured the championship with an impressive seven under par score, marking their second consecutive title in this competitive event. The commemoration is indicative of the legislature's role in celebrating significant accomplishments made by local entities within South Dakota.

Contention

Since the bill is a commemoration and does not present any legislative content that might provoke debate, there are no points of contention arising from it. The nature of the bill ensures unanimous support, as it is focused solely on honoring the achievements of a high school sports team. The sponsorship by Representative Roby also reflects a bipartisan celebration of local successes in education and athletics.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD HC8005

Recognizing and celebrating the De Smet Bulldogs as the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Class B boys' basketball state champions.

SD HC8022

Celebrating the state championship win by the Mitchell High School gymnastics team.

SD HC8011

Celebrating the 2022 Todd County Falcons Football Team for winning the All-Nations Class A Championship.

SD HC8006

Recognizing the De Smet Bulldogs as the 2021 and 2022 boys basketball Class B state champions.

SD SC818

Honoring the 2023-2024 Canton C-Hawks boys wrestling team for its outstanding accomplishments.

SD HC8009

Celebrating the South Dakota State University Jackrabbit football team winning a second consecutive NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) National Championship.

SD HC8015

Celebrating the Parkston Trojans as the 2023 class 9AA state football champions.

SD SC802

Celebrating the South Dakota State University Jackrabbit football team winning the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision National Championship.

SD SC805

Honoring the 2022 Tea Area High School girls soccer team for winning the Class A State Championship.

SD HC8018

Recognizing and celebrating the Pierre Governors football team.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.