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IN HR0011

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/28/2019

Primary Sponsor

Vernon Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Indiana House Resolution recognizes the Eighth Annual Bill Johnson Black Film Festival, sponsored by African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. and local partners in northwest Indiana

  • Festival honors Gary native William L. Johnson, actor and graduate of Emerson School for the Visual and Performing Arts, known for his lead role in "Blue Hill Avenue" and over 20 film projects

  • The 2019 festival features 17 films from various filmmakers, including "Under the Law," "Unarmed," "Perfectly Single," and "Beyond the Silence"

  • Festival aims to provide wholesome entertainment, expose the northwest Indiana community to quality Black films, and facilitate community discussions around film messages

  • Resolution directs the Principal Clerk to transmit copies to African American Achievers Youth Corps, Inc. and William L. Johnson

Legislative Description

Recognizing the Eighth Annual Bill Johnson Black Film Festival.

Last Action

First reading: adopted voice vote

1/28/2019

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