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HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES

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On 2026-01-07, Representative Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (R-AR-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES" in the House. The speech addressed education and also covered civil rights.

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HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E10] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES ______ HON. ERIC A. ``RICK'' CRAWFORD of arkansas in the house of representatives Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Mr. CRAWFORD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of my constituent, Dr. Rose Marie Bryant Jones, a dedicated leader in her community and a long-time member of the Republican Party of Arkansas, who recently passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 83. Dr. Jones was born on January 7, 1942. in East Pulaski County, and was a true trailblazer throughout her life, known for breaking down educational barriers. She graduated from Philander Smith College in 1963 and subsequently from the University of Arkansas. Dr. Jones was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and a founding member of the African American Coalition of Arkansas. She was a schoolteacher in Lonoke County for over 30 years, before and after integration, and established tutoring programs across two counties in Arkansas. Dr. Jones took great pride in educating and influencing the next generation of students in her community. Her public service did not stop in the classroom. She served on the Lonoke Public School Board and the Lonoke City Council as a pioneer of civil rights, with the heart of representing all Lonoke citizens through redistricting efforts. In 1998, she ran for the office of Arkansas Secretary of State. She was even the President of the Pea Ridge Cemetery Board. In 2024, Dr. Jones stepped up again for her community and was elected Justice of the Peace in Lonoke County, where she continued her storied career in public service. She made a lasting impact on all of those who knew her and an incredible impression on the 1st Congressional District of Arkansas. May her legacy of perseverance and hard work continue to encourage us all. Dr. Rose Marie Bryant Jones led a life worth honoring and celebrating for her service to her community. I send my prayers and sincere condolences to the friends and family of Dr. Jones as they grieve her passing. ____________________

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HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E10] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DR. ROSE MARIE BRYANT JONES ______ HON. ERIC A. ``RICK'' CRAWFORD of arkansas in the house of representatives Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Mr. CRAWFORD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of my constituent, Dr. Rose Marie Bryant Jones, a dedicated leader in her community and a long-time member of the Republican Party of Arkansas, who recently passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 83. Dr. Jones was born on January 7, 1942. in East Pulaski County, and was a true trailblazer throughout her life, known for breaking down educational barriers. She graduated from Philander Smith College in 1963 and subsequently from the University of Arkansas. Dr. Jones was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and a founding member of the African American Coalition of Arkansas. She was a schoolteacher in Lonoke County for over 30 years, before and after integration, and established tutoring programs across two counties in Arkansas. Dr. Jones took great pride in educating and influencing the next generation of students in her community. Her public service did not stop in the classroom. She served on the Lonoke Public School Board and the Lonoke City Council as a pioneer of civil rights, with the heart of representing all Lonoke citizens through redistricting efforts. In 1998, she ran for the office of Arkansas Secretary of State. She was even the President of the Pea Ridge Cemetery Board. In 2024, Dr. Jones stepped up again for her community and was elected Justice of the Peace in Lonoke County, where she continued her storied career in public service. She made a lasting impact on all of those who knew her and an incredible impression on the 1st Congressional District of Arkansas. May her legacy of perseverance and hard work continue to encourage us all. Dr. Rose Marie Bryant Jones led a life worth honoring and celebrating for her service to her community. I send my prayers and sincere condolences to the friends and family of Dr. Jones as they grieve her passing. ____________________