The House concurrent resolution R-329 congratulates the 2026 Colchester High School debate team for their outstanding achievement in winning the Vermont State debate championship. The championship took place on March 14, 2026, at Champlain Valley Union High School, where the team, led by co-captains Ariana Riedinger and Naomi Shpaner, successfully argued the topic of whether the federal government should ban corporations from purchasing single-family homes. Their performance throughout the competition, including a semifinal victory against Hanover High School and a final round against Montpelier, showcased their skills in public forum debate.

The resolution highlights the hard work and dedication of the entire Colchester debate team, which included members Lunar Wager, Isabella Rodriguez, McCartney Holtz, Brin Averett, Josh Bierer, Ethan Thompson, Norah Glass, Isla Stowell, Alyssa Bierer, and Leah Gilmond, as well as their faculty advisor, Oliver Kranichfeld. The General Assembly expresses its pride in the team's accomplishments and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Colchester High School as a formal recognition of their success.