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MS HR146

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/28/2024

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

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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