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MO HB1765

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/16/2012

Primary Sponsor

Clem Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Rosa Parks Observance Day Commission" within the Governor's Office to organize and coordinate annual activities and events celebrating Rosa Parks' life and legacy of equality, courage, and justice

  • Commission consists of nine members appointed by the governor, including educators, civic and community leaders, and individuals committed to preserving Rosa Parks' legacy

  • Members serve four-year terms, except initial appointees serve staggered terms of two, three, and four years (three members each)

  • Members serve without compensation but receive reimbursement for actual and necessary expenses related to official duties

  • Governor's Office provides funding, administrative support, and staff for the commission's operations

Legislative Description

Establishes the Rosa Parks Observance Day Commission within the Governor's Office to organize and coordinate activities and events to celebrate her life and raise awareness of her legacy

Last Action

Referred: Tourism and Natural Resources

3/21/2012

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