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MS SC640
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
4/7/2016
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Blackmon
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AI Summary
- Recognizes Constance Iona Slaughter-Harvey as the first black female to graduate from the University of Mississippi School of Law (January 27, 1970)
- Honors her decades of career achievements including work as Staff Attorney for the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, private practice, Executive Director of Southern Legal Rights, and Director of East Mississippi Legal Services
- Acknowledges her service as Scott County Youth Court Prosecutor since 2005 and current roles as President of Elections, Inc. and Adjunct Professor at Tougaloo College
- Recognizes her leadership in civil rights advocacy, community service, and mentoring at-risk children through the Slaughter Memorial Foundation, including numerous awards and honors received throughout her career
- Extends the Legislature's commendation and best wishes to Slaughter-Harvey and her family for her contributions to justice and equality in Mississippi
Legislative Description
Recognize Honorable Constance Iona Slaughter-Harvey as first black female law graduate of the University of Mississippi.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/7/2016
Committee Referrals
Rules3/23/2016
Full Bill Text
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