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HJR283 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor
Mike Hill
Mike Hill
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Easter Week as Christian Heritage Week, recognized
Summary

Alabama recognizes Easter Week as Christian Heritage Week through a ceremonial resolution that was signed into law.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill designates Easter Week as Christian Heritage Week in Alabama. It includes statements describing how Christianity has influenced American history and education. It is a ceremonial, non-binding recognition by both chambers of the Legislature and does not create new laws or powers.

Who It Affects
  • General public in Alabama who will receive a symbolic acknowledgment of Easter Week as Christian Heritage Week
  • Christian communities and faith-based groups that may feel acknowledged by the state's recognition
Key Provisions
  • Designates Easter Week as Christian Heritage Week in Alabama
  • Includes historical statements about Christianity's influence on U.S. history and founding (recitals)
  • Conveys recognition by both the House and Senate as a concurrent resolution and is signed into law (ceremonial in nature)
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

Bill Actions

Forwarded to Governor at 3:40 p.m. on April 19, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-162 on 04/26/2011.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

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