FIRST REGULAR SESSION

House Concurrent Resolution No. 9

92^ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

0584L.01I

         Whereas, African American businesses have made significant contributions to the progress and growth of the State of Missouri; and

            Whereas, with ingenuity born of adversity and perseverance stemming from hardship, African American entrepreneurs have created a vast and diverse array of business enterprises in this state; and

            Whereas, with successful enterprises ranging from small businesses to major corporations, African American entrepreneurs have uniquely influenced the business culture of this state and have built an enduring legacy of success for future generations; and

            Whereas, success in the face of adversity has always been worthy of recognition and celebration:

            Now, therefore, be it resolved that the members of the House of Representatives of the Ninety-second General Assembly, First Regular Session, the Senate concurring therein, hereby declare the first Thursday of February of this year and each successive year to be "African American Business Enterprise Day" in the State of Missouri; and

            Be it further resolved that this resolution be sent to the Governor for his approval or rejection pursuant to the Missouri Constitution.