Joint Resolution Commemorating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
This joint resolution (SP 121) is a symbolic acknowledgment by the Maine Legislature of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life and legacy. It formally commemorates his birth and contributions to civil rights, justice, and nonviolent social change, without creating new laws or affecting any specific group. The resolution expresses the Legislature's recognition of Dr. King's work as a teacher, reformer, and humanitarian, aligning with the national observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding policy impact.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
House Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2025
Last action Jan 21, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Jan 21, 2025
Lower · Passed
READ and ADOPTED.
lower
Jan 21, 2025
Upper · Passed
On motion by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland READ and ADOPTED.
upper
1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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