IN RESPECTFUL MEMORY OF BISHOP KENNETH LYDELL ROBINSON SR. AND IN RECOGNITION OF HIS MANY CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS AND TO HIS LOCAL COMMUNITY.
Summary
HCMR 1001 is a House Concurrent Memorial Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Bishop Kenneth Lydell Robinson Sr., who died on April 12, 2026, in Little Rock at age 61. The resolution recounts his upbringing in North Little Rock, his early and lifelong involvement in church and gospel music, and his long career as a pastor, singer, musician, radio host, and businessman in Central Arkansas.
The memorial highlights his ministry achievements, including preaching his first sermon at age 11, becoming a pastor at 18, serving as senior pastor of Antioch Full Gospel Baptist Church in Little Rock, and being recognized as one of the founding fathers of the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International movement. It also notes his leadership roles in gospel music organizations, his radio program on KIPR 92.3 FM, and his business and community contributions, and directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to his family.
Impact
This resolution does not change Arkansas law or create new statutory duties, rights, or appropriations. Its legal effect is ceremonial: it formally expresses the respect of the House and Senate, memorializes Bishop Robinson’s contributions, and provides for an official copy to be sent to Dr. Brenda Robinson and family through the Chief Clerk of the House.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding the measure is uniformly positive and commemorative. The resolution is written in a tone of admiration and gratitude, emphasizing Bishop Robinson’s faith, leadership, musical talent, entrepreneurship, and service to both his church and the broader community. The available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or dissenting votes.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention because the measure is a memorial resolution rather than substantive legislation. Any discussion would likely center only on the appropriateness of the tribute and the breadth of Robinson’s accomplishments being recognized, but the bill text and available legislative history show no disagreement or competing viewpoints.