The Washington State House of Representatives has adopted Resolution 4655 to honor Tab Murphy, a notable Hollywood screenwriter originally from Olympia. Raised in the area and educated in local schools, Tab developed a passion for storytelling early in life, which led him to pursue a career in film after attending the University of Southern California's Film School. His breakthrough came in 1986 with the screenplay for "Gorillas in the Mist," earning him an Academy Award nomination. Over the years, he has contributed to various successful projects, including animated features for Disney and adaptations of popular graphic novels.

Throughout his career, Tab Murphy has received numerous accolades for his work, including awards for "Brother Bear" and an Emmy nomination in 2023 for a Netflix documentary. The resolution recognizes his significant contributions to the film industry, celebrating the joy and inspiration his stories have brought to audiences of all ages.