Suttles, John; commend
This resolution (HR 237) formally recognizes John Suttles for his role as a 16-year-old participant in the 1965 Bloody Sunday civil rights march in Selma, Alabama. It commends his courage during the march and subsequent protests, which contributed to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and acknowledges his lifelong commitment to civic engagement. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect and solely serves to honor his historical contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 11, 2025
Last action Feb 11, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Feb 11, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michelle Au
DDemocratic
P
Miriam Paris
DDemocratic
P
Segun Adeyina
DDemocratic
P
Terry Cummings
DDemocratic
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