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A resolution honoring the life, legacy, and achievements of MacNolia Cox.

1/12/2022, 3:43 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 365

Bill 117 S.Res. 365 is a resolution that aims to honor the life, legacy, and achievements of MacNolia Cox. MacNolia Cox was an African American student from Mississippi who excelled in academic competitions during the 1930s, despite facing discrimination and segregation. She became the first African American to win the Mississippi State Spelling Bee in 1936, but was denied the opportunity to compete in the national competition due to her race.

The resolution recognizes MacNolia Cox's perseverance and determination in the face of adversity, and acknowledges her as a trailblazer for African American students in academic competitions. It also highlights the importance of remembering and celebrating the achievements of individuals like MacNolia Cox, who overcame significant obstacles to succeed.

Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 365 serves as a tribute to MacNolia Cox's legacy and contributions to the academic community, and seeks to ensure that her story is remembered and honored for generations to come.

Congressional Summary of SRES 365

This resolution honors the life, legacy, and achievements of MacNolia Cox.

Current Status of Bill SRES 365

Bill SRES 365 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 15, 2021. Bill SRES 365 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 15, 2021.  Bill SRES 365's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6528; text: CR S6527) as of September 15, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 365

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 365

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional tributes
- Elementary and secondary education
- Minority education
- Ohio

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 365

A resolution honoring the life, legacy, and achievements of MacNolia Cox.
A resolution honoring the life, legacy, and achievements of MacNolia Cox.

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