As Adopted by the Senate

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 417

2025-2026

Senator Brenner

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Ella Bouton as a 2026 Division IV State Track and Field Champion.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate Ella Bouton on winning the 2026 Division IV State Track and Field Championship in the shot put; and

WHEREAS, A senior at Fredericktown High School, Ella Bouton has combined talent and competitive spirit with the highest ideals of good sportsmanship to establish herself as a truly exceptional young athlete. With admirable dedication, she has worked diligently toward attaining ultimate proficiency in track and field, and as a result, she won first place in the shot put with a school‑record toss of 46 feet at this year's Division IV State Meet; and

WHEREAS, Ella Bouton'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, her teammates, her coaches, her school, and her community. Her unwavering commitment to excellence has earned her the respect and esteem of many, and she is certainly worthy of high praise; and

WHEREAS, With athletic competition playing such an important role in the total education of our young people, we are extremely pleased to pay tribute to Ella Bouton on an exemplary season. Indeed, the same maturity and experience she has gained through her participation in track and field will greatly aid her in meeting the challenges of the future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Ella Bouton as the 2026 Division IV State Track and Field Champion in the shot put and offer best wishes for continued success; and be it further

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