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Congressional Recognition of Senator Joseph C. Thomas, Sr.

Original title: HONORING JOSEPH C. THOMAS, SR.

Record date · May 12, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Representative Bennie G. Thompson formally recognized the life and career of Senator Joseph C. Thomas, Sr. in the Congressional Record. The tribute highlights Thomas's history as a trailblazer in Mississippi banking, education, and public office.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official federal record honoring the career and community contributions of a specific Mississippi public official.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Joseph C. Thomas, Sr.

He is the subject of the official congressional recognition.

Key Facts

Joseph C. Thomas, Sr. was born on June 25, 1949.
Thomas was the first African American hired at a bank in Yazoo City, Mississippi.
Thomas was hired at Delta National Bank on May 1, 1972.
Thomas served as the first African American Loan Officer in Mississippi.

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Thomas served as the first African American Assistant Vice President at Delta National Bank.
Thomas served as the first African American Vice President at Deposit Guaranty National Bank.
Thomas served as the first African American President of the Yazoo City Municipal School District.
Thomas served as the first African American from Yazoo County on the State School Board Association.
Thomas served as the first African American Vice-President of the Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board.
Thomas served as Vice Chairman of the Public Service Commission in Yazoo City.
Thomas served on the National Board of Directors of the American Public Power Association.
Thomas served as the first African American President of League Management Corporation in Yazoo City.
Thomas served as the first African American State Senator from Yazoo County, representing District 22.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?

It is a formal entry in the Congressional Record to honor the life and professional achievements of Senator Joseph C. Thomas, Sr.

Does this document change any laws or funding?

No, this is a commemorative tribute and does not enact legislation or allocate funds.

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Connected Entities

Bennie G. Thompson, Delta National Bank, Regions Bank and 4 more

PersonBennie G. Thompson“U.S. Representative from Mississippi who introduced the tribute.”Map →

OrganizationDelta National Bank“Employer where Thomas became the first African American hire.”Map →

OrganizationRegions Bank“Institution where Thomas retired after 30 years.”Map →

PersonJoseph C. Thomas, Sr.“Former Mississippi State Senator and subject of the congressional tribute.”Map →

locationMississippi“State where Senator Thomas served.”Map →

OrganizationAmerican Public Power Association“National organization where Thomas served on the Board of Directors.”Map →

PersonElizabeth Wilburn“Spouse of Joseph C. Thomas, Sr.”Map →

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