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HJR697 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Nolin Electric Cooperative, commended
Summary

The Alabama Legislature commends Nolin Electric Cooperative of Kentucky for its timely help restoring power after the April 27, 2011 tornadoes.

What This Bill Does

This concurrent resolution recognizes and commends Nolin Electric Cooperative for its rapid response and the workers who helped repair the damage after the tornado outbreak. It notes that thousands of Alabamians had power restored thanks to quick actions by utility companies, including Nolin. It expresses admiration and appreciation and sends a copy of the resolution to the company; it is a symbolic, non-binding acknowledgment and does not change state law.

Who It Affects
  • Nolin Electric Cooperative (Kentucky) — receives formal commendation and a copy of the resolution.
  • Alabama residents affected by the April 2011 tornadoes — benefited from faster power restoration due to the cooperative's efforts and other utility responses.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Nolin Electric Cooperative for exceptional service in the tornado aftermath and acknowledges the workers who helped repair damage.
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Nolin Electric Cooperative as a sign of admiration and appreciation.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

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

Assigned Act No. 2011-489.

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