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HJR651 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Upper Cumberland Electric Cooperative, commended
Summary

A House Joint Resolution commends Upper Cumberland Electric Cooperative for its rapid and generous response helping restore power after the April 27, 2011 tornadoes.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution recognizes and commends Upper Cumberland Electric Cooperative of Tennessee for its rapid response after the tornado outbreak, including sending skilled workers to repair damage and restore power. It notes that Alabama residents benefited from power restoration ahead of schedule thanks to such efforts and expresses admiration and appreciation for the company's service. A copy of the resolution would be sent to the company as formal acknowledgment.

Who It Affects
  • Alabama residents whose power was restored more quickly thanks to the cooperative's help
  • Upper Cumberland Electric Cooperative and its workers who provided resources and labor in the response
Key Provisions
  • Commends Upper Cumberland Electric Cooperative for exceptional service in the aftermath of the tornadoes
  • Conveys admiration and appreciation from the Alabama Legislature to the company
  • Provides that a copy of the resolution be sent to the company
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Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 12:02 p.m. on June 1, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-449.

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