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FL S1856

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jason Pizzo

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Florida Senate Resolution introduced by Senator Pizzo recognizing and celebrating the life and legacy of Senator Geraldine F. "Geri" Thompson, who was born on November 18, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and passed away on February 13, 2025
  • Served in the Florida House of Representatives for District 39 (2006–2012) and District 44 (2018–2022), and in the Florida Senate for District 12 (2012–2016) and District 15 (2022–2025)
  • Worked as a teacher in Orange County Public Schools for 6 years and as an administrator at Valencia Community College for 24 years, where she established the College Reach-Out Program to help low-income and disadvantaged students attend college
  • Made significant contributions to African-American history, including authoring the book Black America: Orlando, Florida and founding the Wells'Built Museum of African American History and Culture in the Parramore community
  • Adopted by the Florida Senate on March 13, 2025, to formally commemorate her service to the people of Florida

Legislative Description

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Senator Geraldine F. "Geri" Thompson

Last Action

Adopted

3/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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