SJR53 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Steve French
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Arthur Orr Bobby D. Singleton Wendell Mitchell Myron Penn George M. “Marc” Keahey Tom Butler Phil Poole Larry Dixon Scott Beason Vivian Davis Figures Jimmy Holley Charles Bishop Harri Anne Smith Henry Eugene “Hank” Erwin Jr.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: Benjamin, Regina M., commended
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution honors Regina M. Benjamin for her health contributions and designates her as the Pittman Lecturer at UA Medical Alumni Weekend.
What This Bill Does
If passed, the resolution formally recognizes Dr. Regina Benjamin for her work to improve health in Alabama and her leadership as Surgeon General. It designates her as the Constance S. and James A. Pittman Lecturer for the University of Alabama Medical Alumni Association's 37th Annual Medical Alumni Weekend. It conveys the appreciation of both houses of the Legislature and notes that copies will be sent to Dr. Benjamin and the association; it does not create new laws or fund any programs.

Who It Affects
Dr. Regina M. Benjamin – receives formal recognition and the Pittman Lecturer designation.
University of Alabama Medical Alumni Association and the University of Alabama community – hosts and acknowledges the Pittman Lecture during the weekend.
Residents of Alabama and the state's health community – benefit from public acknowledgment of leadership in health care.

Key Provisions
Recognition of Dr. Regina M. Benjamin for immeasurable contributions to the health and welfare of Alabama residents.
Designation of Dr. Benjamin as the Constance S. and James A. Pittman Lecturer at the UA Medical Alumni Association's 37th Annual Medical Alumni Weekend.
Adoption by both houses of the Legislature and transmission of the resolution to Dr. Benjamin and the Association; note that the resolution is non-binding and does not amend laws or provide funding.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory