SJR67 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 25, 2026

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: Menton, Senator Bill, death mourned
Summary: Alabama's Legislature adopted a joint memorial resolution mourning the death and paying tribute to former State Senator Bill Menton.
What This Bill Does
The resolution publicly records the death of former State Senator Bill Menton with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It includes a biographical tribute detailing his long public service and community work in Mobile and Alabama. It states that his life achievements and service deserve the highest tribute and that the resolution is offered in gratitude and memory. It was adopted by both the Senate and the House and enrolled as an official state memorial.

Who It Affects
Former State Senator Bill Menton and his immediate family (wife, eight children, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren) who receive official mourning and tribute.
The Alabama Legislature (both chambers) and the people of Alabama, as the resolution formally records his death and honors his public service.

Key Provisions
Be It Resolved that Menton's death is recorded with deep sadness and that the Legislature offers the highest tribute to his life of achievement and service, with heartfelt sympathy to his family.
The resolution is a concurrent action of both houses of the Alabama Legislature.
The resolution includes a biographical summary of Menton's life and public service.
The resolution is certified and enrolled as an official state memorial (adopted by both houses).

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Subjects: Resolutions, Condolence