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MS HR111

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/22/2019

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commemorates the life and legacy of Mrs. Mary Alice Gatewood Moman, who passed away on January 23, 2019, at age 95
  • Recognizes her accomplishments including completing high school at Tougaloo College Preparatory School, earning a bachelor's degree from Tougaloo College in 1947, and pursuing graduate education
  • Honors her 30-year teaching career at Jackson-area schools (Sumner Hill, Brinkley, and Murrah High School) as one of the first African-American teachers at those institutions
  • Acknowledges her work as a clothing designer, including creating a dress worn by the first African-American Miss Mississippi winner, Toni Deniece Seawright, in 1987
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be furnished to Mrs. Moman's family and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Mary Alice Gatewood Moman; commend life upon her passing.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/22/2019

Committee Referrals

Rules3/19/2019

Full Bill Text

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