HJR529 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Joseph C. Mitchell

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

James E. BuskeyVictor GastonChad FincherJamie Ison

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Jazz Appreciation Month, recognized

Summary

HJR529 recognizes Jazz Appreciation Month and designates April as Jazz Appreciation Month in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It commends jazz as an original American art form and highlights its role in education and culture. It designates April as Jazz Appreciation Month in Alabama and notes that Jazz Appreciation Month was started by the Smithsonian in 2001. It acknowledges partnerships with local organizations and schools that promote jazz through programs like JazzIn the Schools and related outreach.

Who It Affects

• Alabama students and residents, through increased awareness and emphasis on jazz in arts education and cultural life.
• Local arts organizations and schools involved in jazz programs and outreach (e.g., JazzIn the Schools in Mobile, Youth Empowered for Success, Alabama School of Math and Science, Mobile Arts Council, Legacy 166, and the Alabama State Council on the Arts).

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Jazz Appreciation Month and designates April as Jazz Appreciation Month in Alabama.
• Commends jazz as an original American art form and highlights its educational and cultural importance.
• Acknowledges the Smithsonian's Jazz Appreciation Month initiative and collaborations with Alabama groups to promote jazz education and outreach (including programs like 'JazzIn the Schools').
• Affirms the value of arts education and the role of jazz in connecting people of different backgrounds.

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