HJR713 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Richard J. Laird
Independent
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: State of Character, Alabama redesignated
Summary: A House Joint Resolution redesignating Alabama as a State of Character and pledging to promote character education across the state.
What This Bill Does
It reaffirms Alabama's designation as a State of Character and asks education officials to continue supporting character education efforts. It calls on schools, families, churches, local governments, state agencies, the media, and community groups to collaborate with the Character Council of Alabama and apply best practices to build positive character. It also sends copies of the resolution to constitutional officers and the Governor's cabinet to encourage coordinated action.

Who It Affects
Students and schools in Alabama, through continued focus on character education and related school practices.
State and local government entities, educators, families, religious and community organizations, and businesses, who are urged to cooperate with the Character Council of Alabama and support the State of Character Initiative.

Key Provisions
Reaffirms Alabama as a State of Character and acknowledges prior declarations (2000, 2005, 2008).
Encourages the Alabama Board of Education and the State Superintendent to continue promoting character education strategies as a priority.
Calls on partners (schools, families, churches, local governments, state agencies, media, and communities) to cooperate with the Character Council of Alabama to identify, promote, and coordinate best practices and resources.
Pledges to promote the Alabama State of Character Initiative in schools, homes, churches, local governments, state agencies, media, and community groups, and urges leaders to do likewise.
Requires a copy of the resolution be provided to Alabama constitutional officers and the Governor's cabinet to foster coordinated efforts.
Calls for the Character Council of Alabama to be reconstituted to lead, develop, and reinforce a strong character environment, identify best practices, and facilitate access to and implementation of resources.

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, Designation