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AR SR20

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/18/2013

Primary Sponsor

Linda Chesterfield

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Origin

Senate

89th General Assembly (2013 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., as the oldest Greek-lettered organization for African-American women in the world with over 200,000 members and 49,000 active members worldwide

  • Notes 19 chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha in Arkansas, consisting of 7 undergraduate chapters and 12 graduate chapters focused on education, arts, economic development, and health care

  • Acknowledges the sorority's mission of "Service to All Mankind" and its 2010-2014 theme of "Global Leadership through Timeless Service" addressing social justice, human rights, health, poverty, economic security, and environmental sustainability

  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide an appropriate copy of this resolution to the national president of Alpha Kappa Alpha upon adoption

Legislative Description

Commending Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., For Its Service Work And Contributions To Its Communities.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

5/17/2013

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