HJR184 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mike Hubbard
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Jaynes, Oval, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature commends Oval Jaynes for an outstanding career in college athletics and his retirement as Jacksonville State University's athletic director.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes Oval Jaynes for his achievements and service in college athletics. It describes his career across several universities and notes his role as Jacksonville State University's athletic director since 2008. It is ceremonial and does not change laws or create any new requirements.

Who It Affects
Oval Jaynes himself, who receives formal recognition and tribute from the state.
Jacksonville State University and its student-athletes, as well as Alabama's college athletics community, which are acknowledged for his leadership and his upcoming retirement.

Key Provisions
Commends Oval Jaynes for outstanding achievement and service in college athletics.
Recognizes his tenure as Jacksonville State University Athletic Director beginning in September 2008 and his retirement.
Details his prior roles at Auburn University, Colorado State University, University of Pittsburgh, University of Idaho, and University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.
Notes that during his tenure at Jacksonville State University more than 250 student-athletes posted a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Bestsows his awards and honors, including the All-American Football Foundation's General Robert R. Neyland Award for Lifetime Achievement (1999) and the Bill Wade Unsung Hero Award (2002); inductee into the Burke County Sports Hall of Fame (2008).
Expresses appreciation for his contributions to Jacksonville State University and the community and wishes him well in retirement.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory