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MS HR76
Resolution
Status
2/28/2013
Primary Sponsor
Adrienne Wooten
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AI Summary
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Congratulates Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated on its 100th anniversary, founded January 13, 1913, at Howard University by 22 student founders
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Recognizes the sorority's growth from 22 members to over 300,000 college-educated women across more than 900 chapters worldwide, including over 60 chapters in Mississippi
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Commends more than 100 sorority members for attending "Delta Day at the Mississippi State Capitol" on February 26, 2013, to promote advocacy for education and health care
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Acknowledges the organization's Five-Point Programmatic Thrusts: Economic Development, Educational Development, Internal Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement
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Notes Delta Sigma Theta's designation as a Nongovernmental Organization (NGO) by the United Nations in March 2003 for its global public service work
Legislative Description
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; commend for statewide "Delta Day at the MS Capitol" and congratulate for centennial anniversary.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/28/2013