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Ceremonial

SR17

To Recognize The Barton High School Bears Boys' Basketball Team As The 2026 Class 2a State Champions.

Introduced

Last Action (April 8, 2026): Read the first time, rules suspended, read the second time and placed on the calendar.

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AI-Generated Summary

Senate Resolution 17 is a formal legislative act by the Arkansas Senate to recognize and honor the Barton High School Bears boys' basketball team for winning the 2026 Class 2A state championship. The resolution commemorates the team's achievement, which marks the school's first-ever state title in basketball. It details the team's season record, the final game score, and lists the names of all players, coaching staff, and support staff involved in the season. The resolution serves as an official commendation of the team's efforts and success during the 2026 season. It mandates that a copy of the resolution be presented to the head coach following its adoption.

Potential Impact Analysis

Who Might Benefit?

The primary beneficiaries are the members of the Barton High School Bears boys' basketball team, the coaching staff, the school administration, and the Barton High School community. This resolution provides them with official state-level recognition and prestige for their athletic accomplishments.

Who Might Suffer?

There are no individuals or groups negatively impacted by this resolution, as it is a ceremonial measure intended to honor a specific achievement without modifying law, allocating public funds, or imposing mandates on other parties.

Read Full Bill on arkleg.state.ar.us