SJR153 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Steve French
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Henry Eugene “Hank” Erwin Jr.Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Arthur Orr Bobby D. Singleton Wendell Mitchell George M. “Marc” Keahey Tom Butler Phil Poole Larry Dixon Scott Beason Vivian Davis Figures Jimmy Holley Charles Bishop Harri Anne Smith Kim Benefield Lowell Barron J.T. Waggoner Del Marsh Ben H. Brooks Trip Pittman Rodger Smitherman Zeb Little Paul Sanford Larry Means Rusty Glover Hank Sanders Bobby Denton Quinton Ross Roger Bedford, Jr.Hinton Mitchem T.D. “Ted” Little Jim Preuitt
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Penn, Senator Myron, commended
Summary: SJR153 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution that commends Senator Myron Penn for distinguished legislative service in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, it formally commends Senator Myron Penn for distinguished legislative service to Senate District 28 and the state. It describes his committee work, including chairing the Judiciary Committee and serving as Vice Chair of the Confirmations Committee, along with his other committee roles. It provides biographical background and notes his community involvement. It states that a copy of the resolution will be presented to him with high esteem.

Who It Affects
Senator Myron Penn, who receives a formal commendation and public recognition for his eight years of service.
Residents of Senate District 28 and Alabama residents, who benefit from public service and will see formal recognition of Penn's contributions.

Key Provisions
Commends Senator Myron Penn for outstanding legislative service to Senate District 28 and the state of Alabama.
Documents Penn's leadership roles, including chairing the Judiciary Committee and serving as Vice Chair of the Confirmations Committee, plus his membership on multiple other committees listed in the resolution.
Provides biographical details: Macon County native; University of Alabama graduate; Cumberland School of Law JD; resident of Union Springs; involvement in Bullock County Partners in Education, Union Springs Chamber of Commerce, and Bullock County YMCA; former Director of Constituent Services and Youth Affairs; former Chairman of the Bullock County Commission.
States that the Legislature concurs in the resolution and that copies will be presented to Senator Penn with the highest esteem and appreciation; the President and Speaker sign and the House and Senate adopt.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory