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K 179

Recognizing Monday, March 10, 2025, as Harriet Tubman Day

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Demond Meeks

Designates March 10, 2025 as Harriet Tubman Day; a ceremonial observance to honor Tubman’s legacy and educate the public, inviting schools, libraries, and agencies to observe.

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Bill Summary · K 179

Summary of K 179: Recognizing Monday, March 10, 2025, as Harriet Tubman Day

Overview

K 179 is a legislative resolution introduced by primary sponsor Demond Meeks and adopted on March 10, 2025. As a resolution, it serves a ceremonial purpose, officially recognizing and commemorating Harriet Tubman on a designated day. The bill does not create new laws or impose fiscal obligations.

What the bill would do

  • Recognize Monday, March 10, 2025, as Harriet Tubman Day in the state.
  • Acknowledge Harriet Tubman’s contributions to freedom and civil rights (as reflected in typical “whereas” statements within such resolutions).
  • Encourage observance of the day through appropriate ceremonies, education, and activities that highlight Tubman’s legacy.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal designation of a single commemorative day: Harriet Tubman Day on March 10, 2025 (specifically a Monday per the bill’s wording).
  • Ceremonial language supporting public acknowledgment and education about Tubman’s impact.
  • Directive that the resolution be officially recorded and shared as a formal recognition by the state.

Who or what would be affected

  • State residents and communities are invited to observe the day.
  • Public institutions (schools, libraries, museums, government offices) and organizations within the state may choose to observe or publicize Harriet Tubman’s legacy in line with the resolution.
  • No statutory changes, regulatory requirements, or funding allocations are created or required by this resolution.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: March 10, 2025.
  • Adopted: March 10, 2025.
  • Status: Adopted (the bill has completed its action as a resolution and functions as ceremonial recognition).
  • Sponsor: Demond Meeks (primary).

Impact and notes

  • Nature of impact: Symbolic and educational, intended to acknowledge Tubman’s historical significance and to promote awareness of her legacy.
  • Fiscal impact: None indicated or required, as there are no appropriations or new programs created.
  • Implementation: The resolution would be recorded in the official journals and publicized as the state’s formal recognition of Harriet Tubman Day for 2025.

If you’d like, I can add suggested educational activities or commemorative event ideas schools and communities could use to observe Harriet Tubman Day in alignment with this resolution.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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