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MS HR81
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Hines
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AI Summary
- Honors the life and legacy of former Speaker Pro Tempore Robert George Clark, Jr., who passed away on March 4, 2025
- Recognizes Clark as the first African American elected to the Mississippi House of Representatives in 1967 and the first African American to serve as Speaker Pro Tempore in 1992
- Acknowledges his 36-year legislative career including service as first African American House Education Committee Chairman in 1977 and his role in major education reform legislation
- Commends his community service including founding or organizing antipoverty programs, housing initiatives, and the Holmes County 21st Century Commission
- Extends deepest sympathy to his family and directs distribution of the resolution to his family and press corps
Legislative Description
Honorable Robert George Clark, Jr.; commend life and distinguished public service career upon his passing.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/7/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules3/6/2025
Full Bill Text
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