SB 1046 - Days, Rita Heard
Creates the "Emancipation Day Commission"
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
5120S.01I
Title
SB 1046
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Journal Page
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Effective Date
August 28, 2006
Current Status
Hearing Conducted S Pensions, Veterans' Affairs and General Laws Committee
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Amendments
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CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1046 - This act creates the Emancipation Day Commission. The Commission shall establish a statewide historical monument designating the 19th of June as "Emancipation Day". The Commission shall work to educate the citizens of Missouri on the legacy and contributions made by African Americans to Missouri and the United States. Finally, the Commission shall establish a statewide "Juneteenth Heritage and Jazz Festival" to recognize the economic and cultural values associated with African Americans.
JIM ERTLE