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HJR451 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Todd Greeson
Todd Greeson
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2010
Title
Carpenter, Mable Elliott, death mourned
Summary

This Alabama House Joint Resolution mourns the death and honors the life and public service of Mable Elliott Carpenter.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Mable Elliott Carpenter of Tuscumbia, Alabama, who died February 23, 2010, at age 90. It describes her as an educator for 31 years in the Tuscumbia City School System and an early advocate for equal rights, and notes her community involvement and church membership. It states that the resolution is offered as a high tribute to her life and achievements and expresses sympathy to her family.

Who It Affects
  • Family and survivors of Mable Elliott Carpenter receive formal recognition and sympathy from the Legislature.
  • Educators, civil rights advocates, and civic organizations in Alabama recognize her contributions and legacy.
Key Provisions
  • Records the death of Mable Elliott Carpenter and expresses sadness.
  • Acknowledges her long career as a teacher in the Tuscumbia City School System (31 years).
  • Recognizes her as an early advocate for equal rights and notes her involvement in community groups (Colbert County Democratic Party, Valley Credit Union, Delta Kappa Gamma) and civic activities.
  • Declares that the resolution is offered as a tribute to her life and service and extends sympathy to her family.
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Subjects
Resolutions, Condolence

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 2:10 p.m. on March 25, 2010.

Assigned Act No. 2010-307.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Denton motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Guin motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature