HJR207 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jack Williams
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Whitlock, Mark, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution formally commends Mark Whitlock for being named the 2010 Gold Retailer of the Year in the >$5 million category.
What This Bill Does
The bill publicly recognizes Mark Whitlock, chairman of Mark's Outdoor Sports in Vestavia, Alabama, for winning the 2010 Gold Retailer of the Year in the Annual Sales More Than $5 Million category and notes he is the first two-time winner. It highlights his business leadership, community involvement, conservation efforts, and support for Lay Lake, while extending heartfelt congratulations. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not change laws or create new requirements.

Who It Affects
Mark Whitlock and Mark's Outdoor Sports — receive formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
Alabama's local business community and supporters of outdoor recreation and conservation — gain positive publicity and a public example of community involvement by a successful local business.

Key Provisions
Commends Mark Whitlock, president of Mark's Outdoor Sports, for being named the 2010 Gold Retailer of the Year in the 'Annual Sales More than $5 Million' category.
Notes that he is the first two-time winner of that category.
Describes his contributions, including business longevity (30th year in 2010), support for conservation organizations, annual restocking of Lay Lake with bass fingerlings, and promotion of motor sports and community events.
States the resolution is offered in tribute and extends heartiest congratulations to him.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory