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MS HR109
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/31/2015
Primary Sponsor
Joey Hood
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AI Summary
- Mississippi House Resolution commending Mrs. Willa Dean Watkins upon her retirement at the end of March 2015 from Taylor Machine Works after 42 years of service, introduced by Representative Hood and adopted by the House
- Mrs. Watkins held numerous leadership roles, including President of the Mississippi Association of Self-Insurers (2008-2009), President of the Golden Triangle Human Resources Association (2002), and state president of the Business and Professional Women's Association (2002-2003)
- She received the Governor's Power of One Award in 2003 as one of nine women statewide recognized for making a difference personally and professionally, and was the second recipient of the Sam Cox Spirit Award for contributions to the workers compensation industry
- Her career spanned diverse roles including banking, the Georgia Crime Lab, Secretary to the Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army in Hawaii, and she established an Employee Assistance Program that helped over 50 employees complete inpatient substance abuse treatment over 24 years
- She was also active in community service, including serving on the Board of Directors for Reach Out Services for abused and neglected children, organizing PTA in Louisville Public Schools, and participating in the school system's Drop Out Prevention program
Legislative Description
Mrs. Willa Dean Watkins; commend upon the occasion of her retirement.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/31/2015
Committee Referrals
Rules3/30/2015
Full Bill Text
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