Memorials, Recognition - Memphis Massacre of 1866, 160th anniversary -

This bill, a House Joint Resolution, commemorates the 160th anniversary of the 1866 Memphis Massacre, a violent event where a white mob attacked Black residents in Memphis, Tennessee. The resolution formally acknowledges the historical significance of the massacre and honors the memory of those who lost their lives during the incident. It serves as a symbolic gesture to reflect on this chapter in history and reaffirm a commitment to principles of equality and justice, without enacting any new laws or policies.