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MS HR110

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/30/2011

Primary Sponsor

Percy Watson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Honors the legacy of civil rights leader Medgar Evers, known as "The Man in Mississippi," for his contributions to the American Civil Rights Movement
  • Recognizes Evers' efforts from 1954 to 1963 organizing peaceful protests, economic boycotts, sit-ins, and voter registration drives throughout Mississippi
  • Acknowledges Evers' instrumental role in major civil rights victories including James Meredith's admission to the University of Mississippi
  • Notes Evers' assassination on June 12, 1963, which prompted President Kennedy to request comprehensive civil rights legislation signed by President Johnson
  • Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to the Evers family and Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Medgar Wiley Evers; honor legacy and contributions to Mississippi.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/30/2011

Full Bill Text

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