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HJR576 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Todd Greeson
Todd Greeson
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2010
Title
Sledge, Percy, commended
Summary

The Alabama legislature formally recognizes and commends Percy Sledge for his achievements as a renowned Alabama musician and ambassador.

What This Bill Does

It acknowledges Percy Sledge as an Alabama native who achieved worldwide fame, notes his hit songs and career milestones, and expresses the legislature's highest tribute and appreciation. It states that the resolution is a ceremonial commendation with best wishes for his future endeavors. There are no changes to laws or funding resulting from this resolution.

Who It Affects
  • Percy Sledge, who is formally recognized and commended by the state.
  • Alabama residents and the state's cultural heritage, as the resolution publicly honors a prominent native artist and may inspire appreciation for Alabama music history.
Key Provisions
  • Recognition and commendation of Percy Sledge as Alabama's own music icon and ambassador of the state's cultural heritage.
  • Statement that the resolution expresses highest tribute and deepest appreciation and extends best wishes for success in all future endeavors.
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Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 2:30 p.m. on March 23, 2010.

Assigned Act No. 2010-224 on 03/23/2010.

Clerk of the House Certification

Enrolled

Signature Requested

Passed Second House

Received in Senate

Black motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Introduced

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature