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MS SC652

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

4/1/2015

Primary Sponsor

Deborah Dawkins

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes 2015 as the "Mississippi Year of Women" to celebrate the legacies of three prominent Mississippi artists: Eudora Welty (author/photographer, 1909-2001), Margaret Walker (poet/novelist/scholar, 1915-1998), and Marie Hull (visual artist, 1890-1980)
  • Highlights major exhibitions and events in 2015 including the Margaret Walker Centennial at Jackson State University, the 12-week Eudora Welty Biennial starting in April at the Mississippi Museum of Art, and "Bright Fields: The Mastery of Marie Hull" exhibition running September 26-January 3
  • Connects the recognition to National Women's History Month (March 2015) and its theme "Weaving the Stories of Women's Lives" to inspire current and future generations
  • Directs the Mississippi Arts Commission, Mississippi Department of Archives and History, and Mississippi Commission on the Status of Women to observe appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities in recognition of these women's contributions

Legislative Description

Recognize the "Mississippi Year of Women" celebration of the legacies of Eudora Welty, Margaret Walker and Marie Hull.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

4/1/2015

Committee Referrals

Rules3/24/2015

Full Bill Text

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