As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 505

2025-2026

Representative White, A.

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Samantha Elder as the 2026 Mrs. Ohio America.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to Samantha Elder on being crowned Mrs. Ohio America for 2026; and

WHEREAS, An intelligent, poised, and motivated individual, Samantha Elder has developed her knowledge and skills and has striven to meet challenges with enthusiasm and confidence. A remarkable woman, she has displayed an exceptional willingness to work hard to attain superior results, and for her unfaltering devotion to excellence, she has been selected as this year's Mrs. Ohio America; and

WHEREAS, Samantha Elder has derived extra energy from her many activities and accomplishments, and her integrity and steadfast determination are truly admirable. Indeed, her amiable style will carry her far beyond this event and will be of great value to her in the years to come; and

WHEREAS, The achievements of Samantha Elder are a justifiable source of pride not only for her family and friends but also for the entire Dayton community. She has shown a sincere desire to fully develop her talents so that she might fulfill her goals in the future, and this, coupled with her responsibility and initiative, shows her potential to serve as an outstanding ambassador for our state; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Samantha Elder on her recent accolade and extend best wishes for continued happiness and fulfillment; and be it further

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