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MS HC12

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Failed

4/4/2013

Primary Sponsor

Reecy Dickson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges state appointments for agency directors, commissioners, and board members to better reflect Mississippi's demographic and diversity makeup
  • Cites state population statistics including 51.5% female, 48.5% male; 37.2% African American, 60.6% white; 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, 0.85% Asian
  • Notes employment distribution across occupations ranging from 28.9% in management/professional roles to 16.9% in service occupations
  • States that greater diversity in state-level appointments will provide positive impact and better serve the needs of all Mississippians
  • Directs copies be furnished to the Speaker of the House, Lieutenant Governor, Governor, and Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

State appointments, certain; urge to reflect more of the demographics and diversity of the state.

Last Action

Died In Committee

4/4/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules1/11/2013

Full Bill Text

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