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HR267 • 2026

Commending the Franklin High School boys' basketball team.

Commending the Franklin High School boys' basketball team.

Education
Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Clark
Last action
2026-04-20
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Commending the Franklin High School Boys' Basketball Team

This bill commends the Franklin High School boys' basketball team for winning the Virginia High School League Region 1B championship.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends the Franklin High School boys' basketball team for their victory in the Virginia High School League Region 1B championship.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The Franklin High School boys' basketball team
  • Coach Robby Cutchins

Terms To Know

Commendation
An official statement of praise or approval for someone's achievements.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or tangible benefits to the team.
  • It is a symbolic gesture and has no legal impact on policies or regulations.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR267ER)

  2. 2026-03-05 House

    Taken up for immediate consideration

  3. 2026-03-05 House

    Engrossed by House

  4. 2026-03-05 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  5. 2026-03-04 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109163D

Official Summary Text

Commending the Franklin High School boys' basketball team.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the Franklin High School boys' basketball team.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 5, 2026
WHEREAS, the Franklin High School boys' basketball team won the Virginia High School League Region 1B championship on February 28, 2025, at Louisa County High School; and
WHEREAS, the Franklin High School Broncos defeated the Altavista High School Colonels by a score of 67–56 to earn their place in the state championship final for the second time in school history and the first time in 32 years; and
WHEREAS, after starting their season 2–8, the Franklin High School Broncos found their identity and won their last 11 of 13 games, finishing 17–13 overall, a remarkable turnaround that was a testament to the student-athletes' resilience, discipline, and perseverance; and
WHEREAS, throughout the season, the Franklin Broncos overpowered their competitors with strong fundamentals, a relentless defense, and a fast-paced offense, playing with an extraordinary degree of passion and pride, which energized and inspired their loyal fans; and
WHEREAS, the accomplishments of the Franklin Broncos are the result of the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes, the leadership and guidance of their coaches and teachers, and the unwavering support of their families and the entire Franklin High School community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Franklin High School boys' basketball team hereby be commended for winning the 2025 Virginia High School League Region 1B championship; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Robby Cutchins, head coach of the Franklin High School boys' basketball team, as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the team's achievement and best wishes for the program's continued success.