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HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
DIGEST OF INTRODUCED RESOL UTION
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the seven
Black mayors in Indiana.
Harris, Shackleford, Pryor,
Hatcher, Smith V, Jackson, Porter,
Bartlett, Summers, Pack
_______________________, read first time and referred to Committee on
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Second Regular Session of the 123rd General Assembly (2024)
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
1 A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing the seven
2 Black mayors in Indiana.
3 Whereas, For the first time in history, the state of Indiana has
4 seven Black mayors who, as contemporaries, have worked to
5 establish a greater cause and purpose in municipal
6 government;
7 Whereas, The role of a mayor is pivotal to the overall
8 function of each city, as their duty is to represent the concerns
9 and interests of the populace and serve as a liaison between the
10 local government and the people they serve;
11 Whereas, Black leaders in the United States have put forth a
12 lot of effort to create an environment that is progressive,
13 addresses issues, and provides opportunities for success on all
14 fronts;
15 Whereas, To fully understand the capacity of a community,
16 you must be a part of one, and these mayors have showcased an
17 unwavering dedication to uphold their communities by
18 providing support, direction, and exposure to resources that
19 are necessary to prevail;
20 Whereas, It is important to acknowledge all Black leaders
21 who are implementors of selflessness and upholders of high
22 standards and order. The courage to lead is not easy but it is an
23 honorable notion to take pride in; and
24 Whereas, The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus shows its full
25 support of the work these distinguished mayors have put forth,
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1 and it is a privilege to honor and acknowledge their names and
2 their duty to serve the citizens of Indiana to the utmost
3 capacity: Therefore,
4 Be it resolved by the House of Representatives
5 of the General Assembly of the State of Indiana,
6 the Senate concurring:
7 SECTION 1. That the Indiana General Assembly recognizes
8 Mayor Eddie Melton of Gary, Mayor Deb Whitfield of
9 Lawrence, Mayor Anthony Copeland of East Chicago, Mayor
10 Angie Nelson-Deuitch of Michigan City, Mayor Rod Roberson
11 of Elkhart, Mayor Stephanie Terry of Evansville, and Mayor
12 Ronald Morrell, Jr. of Marion.
13 SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of
14 Representatives shall transmit copies of this resolution to State
15 Representative Earl Harris Jr. for distribution.
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