HJR219 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jack Williams

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Whitlock, Mark, commended

Summary

This House Joint Resolution commends Mark Whitlock, president of Mark's Outdoor Sports, for being named the 2010 Gold Retailer of the Year in the More Than $5 Million category.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it officially recognizes Mark Whitlock's achievement and contributions with a formal tribute. It notes his status as the first two-time winner in that category and highlights his customer- and employee-focused business, conservation work, and efforts to promote recreational tourism. The resolution is ceremonial and does not change current laws or create legal obligations.

Who It Affects

• Mark Whitlock and Mark's Outdoor Sports (Vestavia, AL) – receive formal public recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• The Alabama retail community and local patrons – acknowledged for excellence in retail and for supporting community and conservation efforts.

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 he is the first person to win that category twice, and highlights his 30 years in business, customer and employee focus, conservation work, and support for wildlife and fishing; mentions restocking Lay Lake for bass tournaments and his role in promoting recreational tourism through motor sports; the award was presented in cooperation with the University of Alabama at Birmingham's School of Business at the 2010 Retail Day Luncheon.
• Offers the resolution as a tribute with heartiest congratulations, recognizing his community involvement and contributions.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory