HJR496 Alabama 2011 Session
Summary
- Primary Sponsor
Jay LoveRepublican- Co-Sponsors
- Jamie IsonMary Sue McClurkin
- Session
- Regular Session 2011
- Title
- Lupus Awareness Month, designated
- Summary
Alabama designates May 2011 as Lupus Awareness Month to raise awareness about lupus.
What This Bill DoesIt proclaims May 2011 as Lupus Awareness Month in Alabama. The designation highlights lupus as a serious autoimmune disease that can affect many parts of the body and emphasizes the importance of awareness, education, and early diagnosis to improve people’s lives. It notes that lupus disproportionately affects women and certain racial/ethnic groups, and that awareness and research are key to fighting the disease.
Who It Affects- People living with lupus in Alabama and their families
- Alabama residents and healthcare professionals who benefit from increased lupus awareness and education
- Women of childbearing age who are commonly affected
- African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, and Native American communities with higher lupus risk
Key ProvisionsAI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.- Designates May 2011 as Lupus Awareness Month in Alabama
- Affirms the importance of increased public awareness, education, and early diagnosis and treatment for lupus
- Subjects
- Resolutions, Designation
Bill Actions
Delivered to Governor at 10:15 a.m. on May 26, 2011.
Assigned Act No. 2011-349.
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