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MS HR26
Resolution
Status
1/27/2023
Primary Sponsor
Alyce Clarke
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AI Summary
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Dr. Freda McKissic Bush, born February 25, 1947, passed away on January 15, 2023, after a 50-year career devoted to women's health and obstetrics-gynecology.
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Dr. Bush graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Nursing, Colombia University as a nurse-midwife, and the University of Mississippi Medical School, completing her OB-GYN residency in 1987.
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She practiced as an OB-GYN in Jackson, Mississippi from 1987 to 2017, served on the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (1996-2006, president 2000-2002), and was President/CEO of the Medical Institute for Sexual Health starting in 2012.
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Dr. Bush co-authored books on sexual health including "HOOKED: New Science on How Casual Sex is Affecting Our Children" and "Girls Uncovered," and served on multiple advisory boards including the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (2006-2009).
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The House expresses deepest sympathy to Dr. Bush's surviving family, including her husband of 53 years, four children, 12 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Legislative Description
Dr. Freda McKissic Bush; honor life and legacy upon her passing.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
1/27/2023