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House of Representatives
Session of 2015 - 2016 Regular Session

MEMORANDUM

Posted: February 23, 2016 10:25 AM
From: Representative Thomas P. Murt
To: All House members
Subject: Resolution Designating April 15, 2016 as "Jackie Robinson Day"
 
In the near future, I plan to introduce a resolution honoring the lifetime achievements and lasting influence of Jackie Robinson. April 15, 2016 will mark the 69th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the major league baseball color barrier.

On April 15, 1947, Robinson became the first African American to play for a major league baseball team, being named Rookie of the Year. Over the course of his career, he also earned recognition as the first African American to win a batting title, lead the league in stolen bases, play in an All-Star game, play in the World Series, win an MVP award, and be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. To honor his achievements, Major League Baseball retired his number, #42.

This resolution would set aside April 15, 2016 as “Jackie Robinson Day” to honor his lifetime achievements and lasting influence.


Introduced as HR766