House Resolution 1403
By: Representatives Taylor of the 173rd, Cannon of the 172nd, Erwin of the 32nd, Cox of the
28th, and Campbell of the 171st
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Mason Howell; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mason Howell has quickly established himself as a rising star in amateur golf,
most notably by winning the 125th U.S. Amateur Championship in 2025 at The Olympic
Club; and
WHEREAS, at just 18 years old, he became the third-youngest winner in the tournament's
history, surpassing the age mark set by Tiger Woods for his first title; and
WHEREAS, in the past year, Mason skillfully qualified for the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont
as the youngest player on the field, and played a key role for Team USA in their Walker Cup
victory at Cypress Point; and
WHEREAS, this stellar young man epitomizes the courage, determination, leadership, and
character necessary to attain excellence in athletic prowess and performance; and
WHEREAS, Mason’s continued success is the culmination of hard work, dedication, and
excellent sportsmanship; and
WHEREAS, his superior skill, strategy, stamina, and control have earned him the respect and
admiration of his teammates and challengers; and
WHEREAS, Mason plans to further his athletic and academic success at the University of
Georgia, committing to joining the university’s golf team in 2026; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the superlative abilities of this
accomplished and gifted student-athlete, as well as the pride, honor, and respect he has
brought to him, his school, and his state, be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Mason Howell and extend best wishes for
success in the future.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Mason Howell.