As Adopted by the Senate

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 198

2025-2026

Senator Patton

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Katie Moon as a 2025 World Athletics Championships gold medalist.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to Katie Moon on winning a gold medal in the pole vault at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan; and

WHEREAS, Katie Moon has been an impressive athlete throughout her career, and we applaud the remarkable dedication with which she has attained ultimate proficiency as a pole vaulter. Admirably placing first at this year’s World Athletics Championships with a mark of 4.90 meters in the pole vault, she has become the first woman to win three consecutive world outdoor titles in this event, and her success has been transcendental; and

WHEREAS, Katie Moon’s accomplishments and leadership, both in and out of competition, are a justifiable source of pride and a fine reflection not only on her but also on her family and coaches. Her unwavering commitment to excellence has earned her the respect and esteem of many across the communities that support her, and she is certainly worthy of high praise; and

WHEREAS, The prowess that has come to define Katie Moon has empowered countless aspiring and seasoned athletes around the world. Indeed, the experience and exemplary achievement that she has gained through her participation in track and field will add greatly to her legacy; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, recognize Katie Moon as the 2025 World Athletics Championships gold medalist in the pole vault and look with optimism to her continued successful endeavors; and be it further

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