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MS SC597
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Mourns the death of former Mississippi House Speaker Timothy Alan (Tim) Ford, who died on February 27, 2015, at age 63
- Honors Ford's legislative career, including his election as Speaker in 1986 at age 36 and service as the longest-serving Speaker in the nation at his 2004 retirement
- Recognizes Ford's accomplishments including chairing the Southern Legislative Conference and National Speakers Conference, and receiving the William M. Bulger Excellence in State Legislative Leadership Award
- Acknowledges Ford's post-legislative career as a Senior Partner at Balch & Bingham, LLP, and his character traits of fairness, integrity, civility, and adherence to ethical standards
- Directs presentation of the resolution to Ford's surviving family, Ole Miss Chancellor, and Balch & Bingham Managing Partner
Legislative Description
Commend life and public service of former Speaker of the Mississippi House of Representatives Tim Ford of Baldwyn, MS.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/10/2015
Committee Referrals
Rules3/2/2015
Full Bill Text
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