SC 519 Mississippi Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Emmett Till murder; issue apology for state's role in killers' acquittals.

This symbolic resolution (SC 519) apologizes for Mississippi's historical role in the 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the subsequent acquittal of his killers. It expresses "profound regret" for the state's creation of a hostile environment, failure to protect Till, and the defense of the killers, offering sympathy to his family. Key provisions include directing the resolution to all Mississippi state officials, civil rights groups (like the NAACP Mississippi Chapter), and requesting they share it to educate the public about this Civil Rights-era injustice. The resolution explicitly states it is not legally binding and cannot be used in court.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2025 Last action Apr 3, 2025