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MS HC67
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
2/26/2010
Primary Sponsor
Percy Watson
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AI Summary
- Jerry Lee Rice of Crawford, Mississippi, was commended by the Mississippi Legislature upon his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Class of 2010
- Rice played high school football at B.L. Moore High School in Oktibbeha County and attended Mississippi Valley State University on scholarship from 1980–1984, where he earned the nickname "World" for his ability to "catch anything in the world"
- Rice retired with 38 career NFL records, including all-time leader in receptions (1,549), receiving yards (22,895), receiving touchdowns (197), and total touchdowns (208) across 303 NFL games
- Rice won three Super Bowl Championships with the San Francisco 49ers and also played for the Oakland Raiders, Seattle Seahawks, and Denver Broncos, earning All-Pro honors 13 times
- The resolution, adopted by both the Mississippi House and Senate, also notes Rice's induction into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame (2007), College Football Hall of Fame (2006), and SWAC Athletic Hall of Fame (2005)
Legislative Description
Jerry Rice; commend stellar athletic career and congratulate on being inducted into the 2010 Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/26/2010
Full Bill Text
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