As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 343

2025-2026

Representative Glassburn

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Katie Moon on winning a 2025 World Athletics Championships gold medal.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Katie Moon as the women’s pole vault champion at the 2025 World Athletics Championships; and

WHEREAS, Katie Moon’s accomplishments are truly noteworthy, for she has clearly demonstrated her talent and perseverance, as well as her mental and physical fortitude as a track and field athlete. As a member of Team USA, she won first place in the pole vault with a height of 4.90 meters at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, becoming the first woman to win three consecutive gold medals in the event. Indeed, she has exemplified all of the characteristics that are essential for success both in and out of the sports world, including courage, integrity, and an innate sense of the principles of good sportsmanship; and

WHEREAS, By developing such remarkable mastery in track and field, Katie Moon has earned the appreciation of her fellow athletes, the devotion of countless fans, and the respect of even her most determined rivals. Her outstanding record of achievement stands as a hallmark worthy of emulation, and she has inspired many individuals to excel in numerous areas of endeavor; and

WHEREAS, Track and field is a sport which requires exceptional stamina and natural ability, and Katie Moon is to be commended for her commitment to this demanding activity. In attaining her athletic goals, she has certainly distinguished herself as a true champion; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate Katie Moon on her 2025 world championship and wish her all the best in the future; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Katie Moon.