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MN SR286

Resolution

Status

Introduced

5/18/2016

Primary Sponsor

Susan Kent

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature 2015-2016

AI Summary

  • Founded in 1976 as the Afro-American Arts Society, the 3M African American Network has made contributions to 3M and the Twin Cities community over 40 years
  • Members serve as mentors in adult transition programs, United Way volunteers, and promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education at K-12 and college levels
  • Organization hosts the Summit-University art festival, established the 3M AAN Tech internal technical development conference in 2014, and presents at the Science Museum of Minnesota and St. Paul Rondo Days Festival
  • Received the 1998 United Negro College Fund Frederick D. Patterson Leadership Award and 2014 Twin Cities RISE! Community Impact Award
  • Senate congratulates the network for increasing employee awareness of African American culture and providing professional development opportunities, with an enrolled copy to be sent to the organization

Legislative Description

A Senate resolution honoring the 3M African American Network on its 40th anniversary

Last Action

Referred to Rules and Administration

5/18/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules and Administration5/18/2016

Full Bill Text

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