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MS SC551
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
2/14/2018
Primary Sponsor
Derrick Simmons
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AI Summary
- Extends legislative condolences to the family of Jere B. Nash, Jr., a Korean War veteran and Greenville civic leader who passed away on December 30, 2017, at age 89
- Recognizes Nash's business career as President of Delta Implement Company, a Mississippi Delta farm equipment retailer founded by his father in 1925
- Honors Nash's extensive community service including roles with the Greenville School Board during desegregation, Rotary Club District Governor, United Way President, and founder of the Greenville Chapter for international student exchanges
- Details Nash's contributions to arts and culture through organizing the Delta Music Association, Greenville Arts Council, and Greenville Symphony, for which he and his wife received the 2007 Lifetime Contribution to the Arts Award
- Directs the resolution be presented to Nash's surviving family, the Washington County Community Foundation, and the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Extend condolences of the Legislature on the passing of Mississippi Delta Civic Leader Jere Nash, Jr., of Greenville.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/14/2018
Committee Referrals
Rules1/15/2018
Full Bill Text
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