Urges Miss America Pageant to return to Atlantic City.
Impact
The resolution underscores the economic and cultural importance of hosting the pageant in Atlantic City. By bringing back this event, advocates suggest that it will not only enhance tourism but also boost local businesses significantly. The Miss America Pageant has historically attracted thousands of visitors and millions of viewers, which can revitalize interest and investment in the area, especially after its move to Orlando, Florida in 2024.
Summary
Assembly Resolution No. 166 aims to urge the Miss America Pageant to return to Atlantic City, New Jersey, starting in 2025 and to continue holding the event annually in the city. The resolution highlights the historical significance of the pageant, which originated in Atlantic City in 1921 and has been an integral part of the city's cultural identity. Throughout its history, the pageant has evolved significantly, now encompassing competitors from across the United States and including various social platforms that promote charitable causes.
Contention
Some points of contention may arise regarding the feasibility and implications of relocating the pageant back to Atlantic City. Critics may question whether the city can adequately support the event following its recent history and current competitive landscape. Additionally, there may be concerns about the pageant's alignment with evolving cultural standards and expectations regarding representation and inclusivity. The resolution could spark discussions on how best to modernize the pageant's image while honoring its rich legacy.
A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Mrs. Tennessee America Pageant, director Bernadette McCann, and reigning queens Amy Rottero, Kayla Dressen, and Claire Portilla.
To create the Alabama Fits All Scholarship Program; require the State Board of Education to contract with a program manager to administer the program; to authorize the program manager to establish scholarship accounts on behalf of eligible students; to prohibit a program manager from accepting scholarship funds in certain circumstances; to require fiscal safeguards and accountability measures; to require eligible schools and service providers to meet certain standards to be eligible to receive scholarship funds; to authorize the program manager to distribute scholarship funds; to require the State Board of Education to provide limited oversight of the program manager, including an appeal process for the program manager's administrative decisions; to prohibit certain regulations of eligible schools and eligible service providers; to require criminal history background information checks for employees and officers of a program manager; to provide for program funding; and to require the program manager and the board to submit reports on the program to the Legislature.