Briggs announces winner of There Ought to Be a Law contest
Rep. Tim Briggs June 10, 2026 | 11:37 AM
KING OF PRUSSIA, JUNE 10 – State Rep. Tim Briggs announced the winner of his 17th annual “There Ought to be a Law” contest, which drew entries from area fifth-grade students.
The annual contest challenges fifth-graders to write an essay about a law they think would make their school, community or state a better place.
“I am continually impressed by the creativity, compassion and critical thinking demonstrated by the students who participate in this contest,” Briggs said. “This year’s entries addressed a wide range of important issues, from mental health and environmental protection to public safety and civic responsibility. Their ideas remind us that young people have valuable perspectives and a strong desire to make their communities better.”
The winner of this year’s contest is Suranne Ume of Upper Merion Area Middle School, who proposed that immigration enforcement should do no harm and focus on keeping people safe.
In addition to the winner, the following students were named finalists in the contest:
Upper Merion Area Middle School
- Arianna Bowens
- Adam Gatmaitan
- Aurora Geliebter
- Avni Ghorpade
- Max Hein
- Amelia Hughes
- Dylan Roble
- Addison Schaefer
- Yana Strosin
- Ammara Syed
- Theodora Viner
Caskey Torah Academy
- Daniel E. Barnett
- Alexander Mogyoros
- Bracha Runyan
- Shana Steier
Last week, Briggs recognized the students for their achievements from Upper Merion Area Middle School during the Upper Merion Area School District Board meeting and honoring students from Caskey Torah Academy during a special recognition ceremony at the school. All participating students received certificates recognizing their contributions and creativity.
He thanked all students who participated in this year’s contest and encouraged them to continue engaging in civic life and sharing ideas that can help improve their communities.
Briggs represents the 149th Legislative District, which includes Bridgeport, West Conshohocken, Upper Merion and parts of Lower Merion in Montgomery County.
Eds: Photos of Suranne Ume with Rep. Briggs as well as a group photo can be found here and here.
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