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KS HB2330
Bill
Status
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Appropriations
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AI Summary
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Designates November 14 as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in Kansas, commemorating the anniversary of Ruby Bridges' first day attending William Frantz Elementary School as the youngest African American student to integrate public schools at age six
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When November 14 falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the commemoration shifts to the following Wednesday
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Requested by Representative Ballard on behalf of the Kansas Black Leadership Council
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Connects to Kansas's role in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (decided May 17, 1954), which ruled racially segregated public schools unconstitutional
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Takes effect upon publication in the statute book
Legislative Description
Designating November 14 of each year as Ruby Bridges walk to school day in the state of Kansas.
Last Action
House Hearing: Monday, February 17, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 218-N
2/17/2025