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HJR137 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor
Dexter Grimsley
Dexter Grimsley
Democrat
Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
National Day of Prayer, recognized
Summary

HJR137 recognizes May 5, 2011 as the National Day of Prayer in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It formally designates May 5, 2011 as the National Day of Prayer in Alabama. The measure is ceremonial and does not change existing laws or require funding. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for presentation and display.

Who It Affects
  • Alabama residents who may observe the National Day of Prayer and benefit from the state’s formal recognition
  • State and local government offices, schools, and public institutions that may display or reference the resolution
Key Provisions
  • Recognizes May 5, 2011 as the National Day of Prayer in Alabama
  • Provides for appropriate presentation and display of the resolution
  • States that the act is ceremonial and does not amend statutes or require funding
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Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Forwarded to Governor on April 19, 2011 at 4:45 p.m. on April 19, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-158.

Clerk of the House Certification

Enrolled

Signature Requested

Passed Second House

Beason motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature