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MS HR13
Resolution
Status
Failed
4/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Kabir Karriem
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AI Summary
- Expresses Mississippi's profound regret for creating an environment of hostile beliefs and ideologies that led to the murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till on August 28, 1955
- Apologizes for Mississippi's role in the acquittal of Till's murderers and offers condolences to his family for depriving him of his life, human dignity, and constitutional protections
- References Carolyn Bryant's recent confession that her inflammatory accusations against Till were fabricated
- Encourages remembrance and education about the Civil Rights Movement and Till's death to ensure such tragedies are not forgotten or repeated
- Stipulates the resolution cannot be used as the basis for any litigation and directs copies be distributed to state officials, civil rights organizations, and media outlets
Legislative Description
Emmett Till murder; issue apology for state's role in killers' acquittals.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/1/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules1/16/2023
Full Bill Text
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