SJR16 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Cam Ward
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Trip Pittman Dick Brewbaker Bill Holtzclaw Clay Scofield Mark Slade Blackwell
Session: First Special Session 2010
Title: Roquemore, Perry C., Jr., commended
Summary: A joint resolution commends Wanda Jackson Robinson for her appointment as Director of the Mac Sim Butler Montgomery County Detention Facility and acknowledges her historic leadership in the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the bill would officially recognize and commend Wanda Robinson for becoming the detention facility director. It notes her historic achievements as the first Black woman to hold key leadership roles in the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and describes the leadership duties she performs. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding, though it directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to her as a formal honor.

Who It Affects
Wanda Jackson Robinson – receives official commendation for her appointment and leadership.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Montgomery community – benefit from public recognition of her historic achievements and leadership legacy.

Key Provisions
Commends Wanda Jackson Robinson for her appointment as Director of the Mac Sim Butler Montgomery County Detention Facility.
Notes that she is the first Black female to hold the director designation in the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and describes her prior roles (Major, Assistant Director of Detention, Captain).
Describes her administrative leadership responsibilities (supervising staff, handling complaints, budgeting, developing safety-focused policies, and serving as a liaison between the facility and the legal system).
States that the Legislature, by both chambers, commends her and that copies of the resolution be transmitted to her as part of the official honor.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory