Mourning the death of Roberta Flack, one of the most iconic and influential voices in the history of American music
Senate Resolution 446 honors the late singer Roberta Flack, a four-time GRAMMY Award winner and influential artist known for hits like "Killing Me Softly" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," following her death on February 24, 2025. The resolution expresses the legislative body's condolences to her family and recognizes her cultural impact through her music, advocacy for social issues, and contributions to music education via the Roberta Flack School of Music and Foundation. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or legal effect but serves as a formal tribute to her legacy.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Mar 2025
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025
Last action Mar 11, 2025
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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3
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Committee
1
Mar 11, 2025
Upper · Passed
ADOPTED
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Mar 5, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO FINANCE
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Cordell Cleare
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