HJR705 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Patricia Todd
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Rumore, Pat Boyd, commended
Summary: A ceremonial House Joint Resolution congratulates Pat Boyd Rumore on the publication of her book about the history of Alabama's legal profession.
What This Bill Does
If passed, the resolution publicly congratulates Pat Boyd Rumore on her book From Power to Service, which covers the history of the legal profession in Alabama. It notes the book's coverage from the first territorial judge appointed by Thomas Jefferson to today, when more than 16,000 lawyers practice in the state. It acknowledges the book's co-sponsorship by the Alabama State Bar's History and Archives Committee and the Alabama Bench and Bar Historical Society, and it extends warm wishes for Rumore's future success.

Who It Affects
Pat Boyd Rumore – receives formal recognition and congratulations from the Alabama Legislature.
The Alabama legal community and readers of Alabama legal history – gain public acknowledgment of the author's work and its contribution to state history.

Key Provisions
Congratulates Pat Boyd Rumore on the publication of From Power to Service about the history of the Alabama legal profession.
Notes the book traces Alabama legal history from its roots with the first territorial judge appointed by Thomas Jefferson to the present day.
Acknowledges co-sponsorship by the History and Archives Committee of the Alabama State Bar and the Alabama Bench and Bar Historical Society.
Extends warm best wishes for Pat Boyd Rumore's future success.

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