By Bob Katzen
On February 26, 2024, the House gave initial approval to legislation designating February 4th as Rosa Parks Day, “in lasting recognition of a historic civil rights leader.”
Supporters said it is long past time to honor this hero of the civil rights movement whose courageous act to challenge segregation kindled and continues to inspire the fight for justice and equality of all people.
Co-Sponsors Reps. Mike Kushmerek (D-Fitchburg) Kip Diggs (D-Barnstable) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them if they think BTR is violating House rules by holding up the measure and if they would move to discharge their bill from the committee.