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MS SR52

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rod Hickman

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University as the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men
  • The fraternity's presence in Mississippi began in 1927 with the chartering of Alpha Epsilon Lambda in Jackson, followed by the first collegiate chapter at Tougaloo College in 1949
  • Mississippi Alpha Network, celebrating its 55th anniversary, now encompasses 14 alumni chapters and 10 college chapters serving communities statewide
  • Jackson, Mississippi hosted the first district conference in 1971 at the historic King Edward Hotel
  • The Mississippi Senate formally recognizes the fraternity and Mississippi Alpha Network for contributions to mentorship, civic engagement, voter education, scholarships, and advocacy

Legislative Description

Recognize Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and Mississippi Alpha Network on its 55th Anniversary.

Last Action

Adopted

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/24/2026

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