MS HR73

Commends the life, service, and legacy of Larry Edmond Clark, an attorney who passed away on July 10, 2017, and expresses sympathy to his family.

Recognizes Clark's four-decade legal career in Smith County, including landmark cases Bassett v. Roberts (challenging malapportionment of county supervisor districts) and Tally v. Smith County Board of Supervisors (addressing abuse of 16th Section school land leases).

Acknowledges Clark's service as Director of the Opinions Division in the Attorney General's Office for over 12 years and his subsequent private practice representing education boards.

Notes Clark's education credentials including a 1969 bachelor of arts degree in political science from Millsaps College and a 1972 law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law.

Directs distribution of the resolution to Clark's family and members of the Capitol Press Corps.