HR405 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Podila, Gopi, death mourned

Summary

A House resolution mourning the death of Dr. Gopi Podila and extending condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally celebrate Dr. Podila's life in a special tribute and express heartfelt condolences to his wife and two teenage daughters. It also acknowledges his educational background, leadership as chair of the UA Huntsville Biology Department, and his research in bioenergy, plant-microbe interactions, plant genetics, and biotechnology, including his role in founding UA Huntsville's biology doctoral program.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Gopi Podila's immediate family (wife and two teenage daughters) who receive condolences from the House.
• The University of Alabama in Huntsville community—students, colleagues, and others who remember him and his contributions.

Key Provisions

• Recognize and celebrate the life of Dr. Gopi Podila in a special tribute and extend heartfelt condolences to his family.
• Acknowledge Dr. Podila's education, leadership as chair of the UA Huntsville Biology Department, and his research areas, including bioenergy and the founding of the biology doctoral program at UA Huntsville.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence