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HJR629 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor
Howard Sanderford
Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Smith, Karen, commended
Summary

The bill formally commends Karen Smith as the 2011 Legislative Employee of the Year.

What This Bill Does

It designates Karen Smith as the 2011 Legislative Employee of the Year and acknowledges her long service and contributions to Alabama's legislative process. It notes her roles and achievements, including work with the Legislative Reference Service and Sunset Committee, and the codification of laws. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her with admiration and appreciation, and it is adopted by both houses of the Legislature.

Who It Affects
  • Karen Smith – named and honored as the 2011 Legislative Employee of the Year.
  • Alabama Legislature and its staff – receive a formal, ceremonial commendation from both houses.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Karen Smith for being chosen as the 2011 Legislative Employee of the Year.
  • A copy of the resolution shall be presented to Karen Smith accompanied by deep admiration and sincere appreciation.
  • The resolution highlights her contributions to the legislative process, including work with the Legislative Reference Service and Sunset Committee, and her role in codification of Alabama laws.
  • The resolution is adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature, concurring in the commendation.
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Subjects

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 11:30 a.m. on June 1, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-413 on 06/07/2011.

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