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SR121 • 2026

Commending Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University.

Commending Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Pillion
Last action
2026-03-26
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material provides specific details about individual achievements, but these are not summarized in the one-sentence summary as per the rules.

Praise for Intermont Equestian Team

This resolution commends the Intermont Equestrian team at Emory & Henry University for winning its second consecutive national championship in dressage.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends the Intermont Equestrian team at Emory & Henry University for their success in the Intercollegiate Dressage Association.
  • Recognizes the team's second consecutive national championship win in April 2025.
  • Acknowledges individual achievements of team members during the competition.
  • Highlights the overall record of nine national championships, including five at Emory & Henry University.
  • Expresses admiration for the team's skill and dedication.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Intermont Equestrian team at Emory & Henry University
  • Coaches and staff supporting the Intermont Equestrian team

Terms To Know

Commendation
An official expression of praise or approval.
Intercollegiate Dressage Association
A group that organizes dressage competitions among college and university teams.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution is a commendation only and does not provide any financial or legal benefits.
  • The impact of the resolution on future events or achievements is unclear.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-26 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR121ER)

  2. 2026-03-11 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Presented 26109481D

  4. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026
WHEREAS, Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University won its second consecutive Intercollegiate Dressage Association team national championship in April 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University Wasps secured the Beukema National Team Championship Trophy at the National Equestrian Center in Lake St. Louis, Missouri, after facing talented riders from around the country; and
WHEREAS, senior Ava Harry opened the team championship with an 11th-place finish in the highest level of the competition, the First Level; and
WHEREAS, seniors Abigail Williamson and Meaghan Croteau added crucial points with first-place victories in the Upper Training and Lower Training events, and freshman Samantha Nappi closed out the competition with a sixth-place finish in the Introductory Level event; and
WHEREAS, Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University set a new record with nine Intercollegiate Dressage Association national championship titles, including five during its time at Emory & Henry University and four previous titles at Virginia Intermont College; and
WHEREAS, the successful campaign was a tribute to the skill and dedication of the student-athletes, the leadership and guidance of coaches and staff, and the support of family members, friends, and the entire Emory & Henry University community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University hereby be commended on winning the 2025 Intercollegiate Dressage Association team national championship; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry University as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for the team's record-setting achievements and best wishes for the future.