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JOINT RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE

Introduced·2/4/25
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Resolution to honor Mary McLeod Bethune for her contributions to education, political activism, and racial and gender equality.

This resolution celebrates the life of Mary McLeod Bethune, recognizing her efforts in educating African Americans, her political activism, and her advocacy for racial and gender equality. Bethune was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, serving as the director of Negro Affairs of the National Youth Administration and a leader in President Franklin Roosevelt's "Black Cabinet." She also co-owned a resort in Daytona, Florida, and cofounded the Central Life Insurance Company of Tampa.

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Feb 11, 2025

House

READ and ADOPTED.

Feb 11, 2025

House

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator DUSON of Cumberland READ and ADOPTED.