SP 184 Maine Senate · 132nd Legislature (2025-2026)

Joint Resolution Celebrating The Life Of Mary Mcleod Bethune

This Maine legislative resolution (SP 184) formally honors Mary McLeod Bethune's life and legacy. It commemorates her work as an educator, civil rights leader, and government official who founded Bethune-Cookman College, advised President Roosevelt, and championed racial and gender equality. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or laws - it is purely ceremonial recognition. The bill does not create new requirements, alter existing laws, or affect any constituents.
Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Feb 11, 2025
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Key actions
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Committee
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Feb 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
READ and ADOPTED.
lower
Feb 4, 2025
Upper · Passed
On motion by Senator DUSON of Cumberland READ and ADOPTED.
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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