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ID HP001
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Status
Engrossed
3/29/2013
Primary Sponsor
Ways and Means Committee
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AI Summary
- Peter Morrill served 34 years at Idaho Public Television, starting as a director and videographer in 1979 and advancing to general manager
- Idaho Public Television became the number one most watched PBS station in the country under Morrill's leadership and won 53 national and regional awards in 2012 alone, including an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award
- Morrill served on professional and community boards including the National Education Telecommunications Association executive committee, PBS Board of Directors for two terms, and the University of Idaho School of Journalism and Mass Media Advisory Board
- Morrill received numerous awards including the Silver Circle Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Intellectual Freedom Award from the American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho, and the United Nations Human Rights Day Award
- The Legislature recognizes and commends Morrill for his 34 years of service to Idaho Public Television and his contributions to making the legislative process accessible to Idaho citizens through Idaho in Session broadcasts and internet streaming
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and recognizing Peter Morrill's accomplishments and commending him upon his retirement from Idaho Public Television.
COMMENDED
Last Action
Returned from Senate Adopted; Filed in the office of the Chief Clerk
4/3/2013
Full Bill Text
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