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Commends Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., for outstanding community service and philanthropy efforts spanning over 100 years since its founding on November 17, 1911, at Howard University.

Designates February 15, 2018, as "Omega Psi Phi Day" in Mississippi to honor the fraternity's contributions to civic and political life.

Recognizes the fraternity's 21 graduate chapters and 9 undergraduate chapters operating in Mississippi, which volunteered over 3,000 hours and donated thousands of dollars during fiscal year 2016-2017.

Highlights notable Omega members who achieved prominence in civil rights, government, science, and education, including L. Douglas Wilder (first African-American Governor), David Satcher (16th Surgeon General), and Charles Drew (blood plasma pioneer).

Orders copies of the resolution distributed to Omega Psi Phi Fraternity members and the Capitol Press Corps.