The bill, H. 3959, is a House Resolution that honors the life and achievements of M. LaNelle Kohn, a prominent African American educator from Columbia, South Carolina. The resolution highlights her educational background, including her graduation from Booker T. Washington High School and her bachelor's degree in biology from Benedict College, as well as her further studies at various institutions. It also notes her extensive teaching career in Richland School District One, her role as a science specialist with the State Department of Education, and her contributions to her community through various organizations, including the First Nazareth Baptist Church and the NAACP.
The resolution acknowledges Mrs. Kohn's dedication to education and her ongoing commitment to inspiring future generations in the fields of science and swimming. It concludes with a formal recognition by the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, expressing their admiration for her legacy and contributions to the community. A copy of the resolution is to be presented to M. LaNelle Kohn as a token of appreciation for her impactful work.