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GA HR1994

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Sharon Beasley-Teague

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution recognizing and commending Jimmie "MeMa" Luton, born June 2, 1917, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, for her remarkable life
  • Mrs. Luton lived through major historical events including the Great Depression and segregation, experiencing firsthand discrimination such as being denied seating at food counters, movie theater main floors, and front train coaches
  • Owned and operated a hairdressing business for 45 years
  • Attended the second inauguration of President Barack Obama on January 21, 2013, the first African American president
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an appropriate copy of the resolution to Mrs. Luton

Legislative Description

Luton, Jimmie "MeMa"; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/18/2014

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