Howell, Mason; commend
This bill (HR 1403) is a ceremonial resolution commending 18-year-old golfer Mason Howell for his athletic achievements. It recognizes his 2025 U.S. Amateur Championship win (making him the third-youngest champion in history), his qualification for the 2025 U.S. Open as the youngest player, and his role in Team USA's Walker Cup victory. The resolution formally expresses the House's recognition of Howell's "courage, determination, and sportsmanship," extending best wishes for his future at the University of Georgia. As a purely symbolic resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves to honor his accomplishments.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 18, 2026
Last action Feb 18, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 18, 2026
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Feb 18, 2026
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brent Cox
RRepublican
P
Chas Cannon
RRepublican
P
Chris Erwin
RRepublican
P
Darlene Taylor
RRepublican
P
Joe Campbell
RRepublican
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