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MS HR90

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Gregory Holloway

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes and commends Mr. Jerry Sims for his exceptional success in business and outstanding track and field legacy at Alcorn State University
  • Co-held the world record in the 60-meter indoor dash with a time of 5.9 seconds in 1971 and set a personal best of 9.2 seconds in the 100-meter outdoor dash; was selected as an NAIA All American in indoor and outdoor track and field in 1971
  • Holds master's degrees in science and education from Jackson State University (1975) and counseling from Alcorn State University (1989); worked as fixed asset manager at Alcorn for 35 years until retiring in 2014
  • Founded and operates Mr. Sparkles Maintenance Services, providing contractual services to Fortune 500 companies and consulting for state and local agencies; received the Bill Pope Property Award (2013), Property Manager of the Year Award (2013), and Property Officer of the Year Award (2001)
  • Inducted into the Alcorn State University A-Club Hall of Fame in 2008 and serves as a sponsor for the Alcorn State University Saturday STEM program

Legislative Description

Jerry Sims; commend for exceptional success in business and outstanding legacy in track and field at Alcorn State University.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Rules2/27/2023

Full Bill Text

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