SJR57 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: Baker, John M., commended
Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 57 commends John M. Baker on his retirement and outstanding professional achievement.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, it would officially recognize and congratulate John M. Baker for retiring from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 26 years as Assistant Vice President - Government Relations. It highlights his long career in law, his service in the Alabama Legislature (House 1970-1973, Senate 1973-1978) and his role as Chair of the Alabama Democratic Party (1985-1990). It also notes his involvement in professional and civic organizations and his family, and it expresses best wishes to him and his family.

Who It Affects
John M. Baker – receives formal public commendation for retirement and achievements
Baker's family and the Alabama community – receive public recognition and best wishes from the Legislature

Key Provisions
Congratulates John M. Baker on retirement as Assistant Vice President - Government Relations for Norfolk Southern Railroad after 26 years of service.
Recognizes his professional and public service career, including his legal practice, service in the Alabama House (1970-1973) and Alabama Senate (until 1978), and recognition as Outstanding Freshman Senator and Hardest Working Senator by the Capitol Press Corps.
Acknowledges his leadership as Chairman of the Alabama Democratic Party (1985-1990) and his involvement in professional and civic organizations (Alabama Railway Association, Montgomery Committee of 100, Montgomery Chamber of Commerce, Hole in the Wall Club).
Expresses that the Legislature heartily congratulates him and offers sincere good wishes to him and his family in future endeavors.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory