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MS HR81

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/29/2014

Primary Sponsor

Alyce Clarke

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends the life and legacy of Mrs. Lavaree "Johnetta" Jones, who passed away at age 66, and expresses deepest sympathy to her family and friends
  • Recognizes Mrs. Jones as the first African-American female realtor and the first African-American female appraiser in the State of Mississippi, beginning her real estate career in 1973 and practicing for over 30 years
  • Highlights her contributions to Jackson's economic development, including work on the Jackson State Metro Parkway (2001), County Line Road widening (2005), Jackson State University expansion, and service as an expert witness in the 2002 Nissan eminent domain case in Madison County
  • Notes her extensive civic and political involvement, including serving on Governor Ray Mabus' Task Force on Housing, attending the 2008 Democratic National Convention as a delegate for Barack Obama, and holding leadership roles in numerous real estate and community organizations
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be furnished to the family of Mrs. Jones and to members of the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Mrs. Lavaree Jones; commending the life and legacy upon the passing of.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/29/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules3/28/2014

Full Bill Text

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