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IN SCR0050
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes the Bicentennial of Lawrence County, Indiana, marking 200 years since the county's organization shortly after Indiana's admission to the Union in 1818
- Highlights Lawrence County's historical significance, including the Guthrie and Flinn families as first known settlers in 1810 and the county's naming after Naval Captain James Lawrence
- Notes the county's renowned limestone quarrying industry, which supplied material for major landmarks including the Empire State Building, Pentagon, National Cathedral, and new Yankee Stadium
- Celebrates three astronauts from Lawrence County: Gus Grissom, Ken Bowersox, and Charlie Walker, who brought sweetgum tree seeds to space in 1984
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to Lawrence County Bicentennial Commission members and county commissioners
Legislative Description
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the Lawrence County, Indiana, Bicentennial.
Last Action
Returned to the Senate
3/7/2018
Full Bill Text
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