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MS SC689
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Honors the passing of veteran journalist Bill Minor on March 28, 2017, at age 93, known as "the conscience of Mississippi"
- Recognizes Minor's 62+ year career covering Mississippi politics and civil rights history since 1947, including work as Mississippi correspondent for The Times-Picayune and later as a statewide political columnist
- Acknowledges Minor's significant contributions to national journalism, including uncovering a 1961 state education spending report by race that Congress used to support the 1964 Civil Rights Act
- Notes Minor's numerous journalism awards, including the 1966 Louis Lyons Award for conscience and integrity in journalism and the 1997 John Chancellor Award for Excellence in Journalism
- Extends the Mississippi Legislature's condolences to Minor's surviving family and recognizes his legacy as a mentor to Capitol Press Corps members
Legislative Description
Mourn the passing of veteran Journalist Bill Minor and recognize his contributions to Mississippi history.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/5/2017
Committee Referrals
Rules3/28/2017
Full Bill Text
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