HJR216 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Thomas JacksonRepresentative
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Gray, Edith Armstead, death mourned
Summary: A ceremonial joint resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Edith Armstead Gray.
What This Bill Does
It expresses sorrow at her passing and honors her life and contributions. It highlights her work as a longtime educator in Conecuh County, her civic leadership with the NAACP and other community efforts, and the 2005 dedication of the Edith A. Gray Library and Technology Center. It is a formal tribute passed by both houses of the Alabama Legislature to extend condolences to her family. It does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Edith Armstead Gray’s family and close friends, who receive formal condolences and recognition.
The Conecuh County and Alabama community, which gains formal acknowledgement of her impact as an educator, civil rights advocate, and trailblazer.

Key Provisions
Honors the life and contributions of Edith Armstead Gray.
Extends deepest condolences to her family.
Recognizes her achievements as an educator (Conecuh County Training School/Thurgood Marshall High School) and civic leader (NAACP founder member, voter mobilization, first female Evergreen Housing Authority Board member, library dedication in 2005).
States that the resolution is a joint action of both houses of the Alabama Legislature and that copies are sent to her family.

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, Condolence