Bill

HMR 1011

TO REMEMBER UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT FAYETTEVILLE AND NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION STAR OLIVER "BIG O" MILLER FOR HIS ACHIEVEMENTS AND FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Johnny Rye

The memorial recognizes Oliver “Big O” Miller for his significant achievements and lasting impact on Arkansas basketball and honors his legacy.

READ AND ADOPTED.

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Bill Summary · HMR 1011

Summary of HMR 1011

Overview

HMR 1011 is a House Memorial Resolution adopted by the Arkansas General Assembly to remember and honor Oliver "Big O" Miller, a standout University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Razorbacks basketball player and professional basketball player, for his achievements and contributions to the State of Arkansas. The measure is a memorial, not a bill proposing policy changes or funding.

Purpose and intent

Recognize Oliver "Big O" Miller for his athletic accomplishments at the University of Arkansas and his contributions to Arkansas.
Record the state’s appreciation for his talents, character, and impact on Arkansas sports culture.
Direct that a copy of the resolution be presented to Miller’s family on adoption.

Key provisions and content

Provisions are historical and commemorative in nature (typical of a memorial), detailing Miller’s life, career milestones, and honors.
The resolution highlights:
- Miller’s tenure as a Razorback center (1988-1992) and his part in high-performing seasons (e.g., 25-7 in 1988-89; 30-5 in 1989-90; 34-4 in 1990-91; 26-8 in 1991-92).
- Team accomplishments during his years, including multiple NCAA tournament appearances and deep runs (Final Four in 1989-90; Elite Eight in 1990-91; strong conference performances).
- Miller’s individual achievements: leading in career field goal percentage (60.63%), blocked shots (345), and other top all-time Arkansas records; high ranking in rebounds and points; and program records he still holds.
- His professional career in the NBA with several teams (Phoenix Suns, Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves) and retirement in 2010.
- Posthumous honors: Southeastern Conference Legends (2017), UA Sports Hall of Honor (2016), Southwest Conference Hall of Fame (2024), Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame (2025).
- Personal tributes, including a noted remark by former Suns teammate Charles Barkley.
The measure states the House’s intent to remember Miller for his talent, humor, and generosity on and off the court.

Affected parties

Oliver Miller’s family and legacy in Arkansas sports history.
Institutions connected to Miller (University of Arkansas, Arkansas sports halls of fame, SEC legends program, NBA teams he played for) through official recognition and tribute.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduced: April 7, 2025 (by Rep. Rye).
First reading: April 7, 2025; rules suspended; referred to the Committee on House Management.
Committee action: Do Pass on April 9, 2025.
Floor action: Read and Adopted on April 10, 2025.
Status: Read and Adopted (passed by the House of Representatives).
Upon adoption, a copy is to be presented to Miller’s family by the Chief Clerk of the House.