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Senate adopts resolution honoring Washington athletes at Milano Cortina 2026
Summary
The Washington State Senate unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 8684 on Feb. 10, 2026, recognizing athletes with ties to Washington who are competing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and praising their sportsmanship and achievements.
The Washington State Senate unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 8684 on Feb. 10, 2026, recognizing Washington-linked athletes competing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Senator Richeli moved adoption of the resolution and praised the athletes’ determination and perseverance, saying the honorees have risen to “the Olympic level, the highest level in their sports.” She noted the team had already earned at least one gold medal early in the Games and urged colleagues to join in supporting Team USA. "Go team USA," Richeli said on the floor.
The resolution text read aloud by the secretary recognized the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games dates, celebrated the Olympic and Paralympic movements, and named nine Washington-linked athletes. It directs the Senate to stand united in respect and admiration for those athletes’ accomplishments and sportsmanship.
The motion to adopt was put to the chamber by voice and the President announced the resolution adopted. No roll-call tally was recorded in the minutes for the resolution beyond the chamber’s affirmative response.
The adoption is ceremonial: it represents the Senate’s public recognition and congratulations to the named athletes and serves as an official statement of support by the legislative body. The chamber returned afterward to consider gubernatorial appointments and other business.
