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MS HR49

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/27/2021

Primary Sponsor

John Faulkner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Honors and celebrates the legacy of Alfred "Skip" Robinson from Marshall County, Mississippi, a civil rights leader and brick mason
  • Recognizes Robinson's founding and leadership of The United League of North Mississippi, established in 1978 to combat oppressive policies and activities
  • Acknowledges the United League's accomplishments under Robinson's leadership, including reducing police violence, organizing boycotts, preventing property loss, and helping elect African Americans to local office
  • Recognizes Robinson's work organizing community meetings and activism workshops throughout Northern Mississippi communities including Holly Springs, Byhalia, Ripley, Tupelo, and Okolona
  • Directs copies of the resolution be furnished to Robinson's family and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Alfred "Skip" Robinson; honor legacy and recognize many outstanding civil rights accomplishments.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/27/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules3/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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