The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has adopted a resolution honoring FlameGuard for winning first place at the 2025 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Awards. This prestigious award recognizes the innovative spirit of young entrepreneurs globally, and FlameGuard's founders—Justin Lackey, Joe Lattarulo, Matt Smith, Zach Ferguson, and Jack Lancy—are commended for their dedication and hard work in transforming their business idea into a successful enterprise. Their journey was inspired by a recent tragedy, leading them to create a fire prevention business aimed at benefiting the community.

FlameGuard's achievements also include winning the Junior Achievement USA Company of the Year Award at the 2024 National Student Leadership Summit, showcasing their commitment and resilience in overcoming challenges. The resolution highlights the positive impact of their success on the community and serves as an inspiration for other aspiring entrepreneurs. The House of Representatives expresses its admiration for FlameGuard's accomplishments and wishes them continued success in the future, while also recognizing the support from teachers and mentors who have guided them along the way.