Emmett Till murder; issue apology for state's role in killers' acquittals.
This concurrent resolution formally apologizes for Mississippi's role in the 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the subsequent acquittal of his killers. It acknowledges the state's contribution to the hostile environment that enabled the crime, referencing Carolyn Bryant's recent confession about fabricating her testimony. The resolution offers "profound regret" to Till's family and encourages teaching about his case to prevent future injustice. It specifies the apology is not for use in legal proceedings and directs copies to state officials and civil rights organizations. The bill died in committee in April 2025 and does not create new laws or obligations.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 15, 2025
Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Kabir Karriem
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