HJR1013 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: White, Rilee, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature approves a joint resolution commending Rilee White for winning first place in the 2010 Alabama Men's Hall of Fame Essay Contest.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the bill formally recognizes and commends Rilee White for her achievement in the AMHOF Essay Contest. It notes that the contest is a pilot program coordinated by Samford University with four Birmingham-area elementary schools studying Alabama history, and that her topic was George Washington Carver. The resolution offers congratulations and best wishes, and it serves as ceremonial recognition rather than creating new laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Rilee White – receives formal public recognition and commendation for her achievement.
Rilee White's family and Vestavia Hills Elementary Central School – share in the honor and public acknowledgement.
Participating schools and the Samford University School of Education (the pilot program organizers) – acknowledged as hosts/organizers of the program and its educational context.

Key Provisions
Commends Rilee White, a 4th grader from Vestavia Hills Elementary Central School, for winning First Place in the 2010 Alabama Men's Hall of Fame Essay Contest.
Acknowledges the contest as a pilot program coordinated by Samford University School of Education with four Birmingham-area elementary schools studying Alabama History, with the essay topic focusing on George Washington Carver.
States that the resolution is offered in highest tribute to her and includes heartiest congratulations and best wishes for her future endeavors.
Notes that the resolution was adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature on April 22, 2010.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory