HR 314 Michigan House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

A resolution to recognize the life and impact of Lillie Lester as the first woman and first Black woman to ever serve as a legislative sergeant-at-arms in the United States.

This bill is a resolution that formally honors Lillie Lester, the first woman and first Black woman to serve as a legislative sergeant-at-arms in the United States. It recognizes her significant contributions to the Michigan House of Representatives and her role in the civil rights movement, highlighting her career from a factory worker to a trusted advisor to lawmakers. The resolution acknowledges her legacy by noting her impact on the state legislature and her community, and it directs that copies of the document be sent to her family. This measure serves as an official record of appreciation rather than changing any laws or policies.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
House Passage
Dec 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Dec 11, 2024 Last action Dec 11, 2024
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Committee
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Dec 11, 2024
Lower · Passed
adopted
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Dec 11, 2024
Introduced
introduced by Representative Kristian Grant
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1 primary · 17 co-sponsors

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