Mississippi · 2025 Regular Session · Concurrent Resolution
SC 519: Emmett Till murder; issue apology for state's role in killers' acquittals.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SC 519 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the Mississippi Senate on January 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Emmett Till murder; issue apology for state's role in killers' acquittals. Primary sponsor: Sollie Norwood (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Died In Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sollie Norwood | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Albert Butler | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Rod Hickman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Derrick Simmons | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Joseph Thomas | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Died In Committee
- Referred To Rules