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IN HR0005

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/12/2017

Primary Sponsor

Vernon Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. be remembered and recognized by future generations of Americans for his leadership, service, and vision of equality and justice.

  • Calls upon all citizens of Indiana to honor Dr. King by living out his teachings and working toward a society where the dignity and humanity of every person are respected.

  • Recognizes Dr. King's dreams of an America where justice prevails, neighbors look beyond external differences, all people are treated as equals, and liberty and freedom are guaranteed as inalienable rights.

  • Acknowledges Dr. King as a Nobel Prize recipient and national hero whose birthday is celebrated as a day of peace, love, and understanding.

  • Directs the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to the family of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Legislative Description

Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Last Action

First reading: adopted voice vote

1/12/2017

Full Bill Text

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