This resolution honors former Representative and Senator Joyce Elliott for her significant contributions to the State of Arkansas, particularly during Black History Month. Born in 1951 in rural Willisville, Elliott overcame the challenges of segregation in education, becoming the second Black graduate of Willisville High School. She pursued higher education, earning a bachelor's degree from Southern Arkansas University and a master's degree from Ouachita Baptist University. Elliott's career as an educator included teaching high school and serving as president of the Pulaski County chapter of the National Education Association.

Elliott entered politics in 2000 when she was elected as a State Representative, focusing on issues such as childcare, education, and healthcare. She later served in the Arkansas Senate from 2008 until January 2023, where she continued to advocate for education reform and worked on initiatives for equitable funding. In addition to her legislative work, she founded Get Loud Arkansas, a nonprofit aimed at promoting civic engagement. Throughout her career, Elliott has received numerous accolades for her advocacy and service, and this resolution formally recognizes her impactful legacy in Arkansas.