Honoring the 100th anniversary of Nellie Tayloe Ross becoming the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States.

recognizes and commemorates the legacy of Governor Nellie Tayloe Ross (referred to in this resolution as “Governor Ross”) and her groundbreaking role as the first female elected as the Governor of a State in the United States;

celebrates the lasting contributions of Governor Ross to the advancement of women in leadership positions; and

calls on the citizens of the United States to join in the observance of January, 2025, as the 100th anniversary of the pioneering spirit of Governor Ross, whose work continues to inspire and empower women in the political arena and beyond.