HJR104 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Craig Ford
Independent
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: YMCA Youth in Government Conference, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature commends Gadsden area students for their success at the YMCA Youth in Government Conference.
What This Bill Does
This resolution publicly honors four Gadsden area high school students for their success at the 63rd YMCA Youth in Government Conference in Montgomery. It lists the students' specific achievements: Amy Sims as an alternate for the YMCA National Affairs program; Damien Moyer's bill limiting school-hour work; Joseph Sanford's service leadership award; and Brett Johnson's Betty Carr Award. The YMCA Youth in Government program is described as a mock state government that helps students learn about the legislative process. The resolution is ceremonial, offering congratulations and best wishes, with no change in laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Gadsden area high school students who participated in the YMCA Youth in Government Conference and are publicly honored for their achievements
The Alabama Youth Legislature program and the broader Alabama community, which benefits from recognition of youth leadership and civic engagement

Key Provisions
Commends four named students (Amy Sims, Damien Moyer, Joseph Sanford, Brett Johnson) for their success at the 63rd YMCA Youth in Government Conference in Montgomery
Notes the specific achievements and roles of each student (Sims as YMCA National Affairs alternate; Moyer's bill on student work hours; Sanford's service leadership award; Johnson's Betty Carr Award)
States that a copy of the resolution is offered in highest tribute and that the resolution was adopted by both houses of the Legislature

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory