MS SC615

Honors Congressman Bennie G. Thompson upon receiving the 72nd Laurel Wreath from Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the organization's highest award for meritorious achievement

Recognizes Thompson's achievements in International Affairs, Government, and Public Administration, as voted by fraternity members at their 80th Grand Chapter Meeting in July 2011

Acknowledges Thompson as the longest-serving African-American elected official in Mississippi with over 39 years of continuous public service, including 8 terms representing the Second Congressional District

Notes Thompson's prior service as Alderman and Mayor of his hometown for 12 years, followed by 13 years as Hinds County Supervisor before his 1993 election to Congress

Directs the resolution be presented to Congressman Thompson and transmitted to Mississippi's congressional delegation and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity representatives