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MS HR146
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/28/2024
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Bell
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AI Summary
- Honors Rear Admiral Zeita Merchant for becoming the first African-American woman in the 233-year history of the United States Coast Guard to attain the rank of admiral
- Recognizes her over 26 years of service including distinguished assignments as Marine Inspector, Chief of Port Operations, and first woman to command Marine Safety Unit Chicago
- Acknowledges her achievements as Captain of the Port of New York, including leadership in maritime incidents, highest utilization of Cyber Protection Teams, and 30% increase in recruiting during workforce shortages
- Notes her educational credentials including a bachelor's degree from Tougaloo College, Doctor of Business Administration, and Master's degrees from multiple institutions, plus executive education from Harvard Kennedy School and MIT
- Commends her appointment as commander of U.S. Coast Guard Personnel Service Center in Washington, D.C., and expresses wishes for continued success in future endeavors
Legislative Description
Rear Admiral Zeita Merchant; commend upon becoming the first African-American woman to attain the rank of admiral.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/30/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules4/25/2024
Full Bill Text
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