HJR294 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Alan BakerRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Rotch, Donnie, death mourned
Summary: A House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Donnie Rotch and honoring his lifetime of service in Alabama education.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally mourns Donnie Rotch’s death and publicly honors his life and contributions as a teacher, coach, and school administrator. It expresses sincere condolences to his family and recognizes his long career and leadership within Alabama’s education system. It is a ceremonial resolution and does not change any laws.

Who It Affects
Donnie Rotch’s immediate family (wife Jane Rotch, son Richard, daughter Jayme) who receive expressions of condolences and a copy of the resolution as a gesture of esteem.
Alabama educators, students, and the broader education community who are publicly acknowledged for Rotch’s 38-year career and his leadership roles and honors.

Key Provisions
Mourns the death of Donnie Rotch and honors his life and public service as an educator, coach, and administrator, noting his 38-year career and leadership roles.
Expresses sincere condolences to Rotch’s family (wife Jane, son Richard, daughter Jayme) and notes that a copy of the resolution will be provided to them as evidence of the esteem in which he was held.

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, Condolence