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MI HR0207
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/8/2012
Primary Sponsor
James Bolger
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AI Summary
- Honors the memory of Nelis J. Saunders, a former Michigan House of Representatives member from Detroit who served from 1969 to 1972
- Recognizes Saunders as one of the earliest African-American women elected to the Michigan House, with a background in civil rights activism and journalism at the Michigan Chronicle
- Notes her legislative service as chair of the City Corporations Committee and vice chair of the Mental Health Committee during her tenure
- Acknowledges her continued dedication to public service through subsequent work as a House staff member and ongoing involvement in the Detroit community
- Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Saunders family as a tribute to her memory and service
Legislative Description
A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Nelis J. Saunders, former member of the House of Representatives.
Nellis Saunders
Last Action
Adopted By Unanimous Standing Vote
3/8/2012
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