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MS HR70

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/21/2011

Primary Sponsor

Karl Gibbs

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Porter "Bo Dollar" Hubbard, born August 17, 1945, passed away on March 9, 2011, at age 65; the Mississippi House of Representatives adopted this resolution commending his life and expressing sympathy to his family
  • Graduated from R.F. Hunt High School and served as a United States Army veteran
  • Became the first African American to operate a public bus line in Columbus, Mississippi, and ran several businesses including a transportation company, bail bonds service, and auto repair shop
  • Served as a long-time school bus driver with Columbus Public Schools and was an active community member through the T.P. Harris Elks Lodge No. 1495, where he served as state district deputy
  • Copies of the resolution were directed to be furnished to the Hubbard family and members of the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Mr. Porter "Bo Dollar" Hubbard; commend life and legacy upon his passing.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/21/2011

Full Bill Text

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