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AR HR1037
Resolution
Status
3/29/2017
Primary Sponsor
Jon Eubanks
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AI Summary
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Emily Richey, a senior at Paris High School in Paris, Arkansas, received the 2017 Prudential Spirit of Community Award for exemplary volunteer service.
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Richey created a nonprofit organization and led her school's Future Business Leaders of America chapter to raise more than $13,000 to provide nearly 150 special dolls and stuffed animals to dementia patients in 8 nursing homes.
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She identified doll therapy as an effective intervention for dementia patients by triggering a sense of love, connection, and calm.
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The House of Representatives congratulates and honors Emily Richey for her outstanding volunteer service, peer leadership, and community spirit.
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A copy of the resolution will be presented to Emily Richey by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives.
Legislative Description
Congratulating Emily Richey As A Recipient Of A Prudential Spirit Of Community Award.
Last Action
READ AND ADOPTED.
3/29/2017