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HJR288 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Houston, Sam, commended
Summary

Alabama Legislature commends Dr. Sam Houston for distinguished service in education.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution recognizing Dr. Sam Houston for nearly four decades of work in education in Decatur City Schools. It highlights his roles as teacher, principal, administrator, and superintendent, along with his degrees and leadership. It also states that a copy of the resolution is bestowed as formal recognition, and it does not change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects
  • Dr. Sam Houston (the individual) – receives a formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
  • Decatur City Schools community and the broader Alabama education community – gain statewide acknowledgment of a long-serving educator's contributions.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Dr. Sam Houston for distinguished service in education and lifelong achievements.
  • Bestows a copy of this resolution as formal recognition to Dr. Sam Houston.
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Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 3:40 p.m. on April 21, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-181.

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