House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Freeman, commends the Isidore Newman School speech and debate team for their outstanding performance at the 2025 Louisiana High School Speech League State Tournament held in Lafayette, Louisiana. The team not only secured the Overall State Debate Champions title but also achieved numerous individual accolades, with 46 out of 57 team members qualifying for the state tournament. The competition featured various events, including Lincoln Douglas debate, policy debate, public forum debate, and several speaking categories, showcasing the team's diverse talents and skills.

The resolution highlights the remarkable achievements of the team members, including multiple state championships in various debate formats and speaking competitions. Notable accomplishments include Amar Walia and Sam Elichman winning first place in Advanced Public Forum Debate, Andrew Brandt and Jackson Dirks tying for first in Advanced Lincoln Douglas Debate, and Lexie Toshav earning first place in both Varsity Extemporaneous and Impromptu Speaking. The House of Representatives expresses its admiration for the team's dedication and success, wishing them continued excellence in their future endeavors.