This bill establishes the Malcolm X Day Commission within the office of the Governor to organize and coordinate activities an event to honor Malcolm x culminating with a festival-style event the Saturday on or immediately prior to may 19 ,the birthday of Malcolm X the activities and events must be designed to celebrate the life of Malcolm X,raises awareness about his legacy in the civil rights movement ; and encourage the end of violence ,crime ,substance abuse and self loathing that continue to cripple low- income urban community
The commission is to consist of 9 members appointed by the Governor including but not limited to ,educator,civic and community leaders ... .see more www.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills141/billpdf/intro/HB1392I.PDF
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