As Offered

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 472

2025-2026

Representatives Schmidt, Brownlee

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Caroline Murnan as a 2026 OHSAA Division II State Champion.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend recognition to Caroline Murnan on earning first place in the 200-meter, the 400-meter, and the 4x800-meter relay events at the 2026 OHSAA Division II State Championship Meet; and

WHEREAS, A senior member of the Loveland High School girls track and field team, Caroline Murnan has combined talent and competitive spirit with the highest ideals of good sportsmanship, and her athleticism has proven to be truly exceptional. She worked diligently toward attaining ultimate proficiency in track and field, and at this year's OHSAA Division II State Championship Meet, she impressively placed first in the 200-meter dash with a time of 24.00 and in the 400-meter dash with a time of 55.29 and was part of the record-setting 4x800-meter relay team; and

WHEREAS, Caroline Murnan's accomplishments and leadership, both in and out of competition, are a justifiable source of pride and an outstanding reflection not only on her but also on her supporters and coaches as well as on the whole of the Tigers community. Her unwavering commitment to excellence has earned her the esteem of many, and she is certainly deserving of admiration for her tremendous efforts throughout the season; and

WHEREAS, The determination that Caroline Murnan has exhibited in strengthening her running prowess befits a true champion. Indeed, the maturity and experience she has gained through her participation in track and field will greatly aid her in meeting the challenges of the future as she begins her student-athletic career at Butler University; 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 Caroline Murnan on her athletic distinctions and salute her as a fine young Ohioan; and be it further

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