HJR701 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Terri CollinsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Pea River Electric Cooperative, commended

Summary

A ceremonial House Joint Resolution commends Pea River Electric Cooperative for its rapid disaster-response and recovery efforts after Alabama's 2011 tornadoes.

What This Bill Does

If passed, it officially recognizes and commends Pea River Electric Cooperative for its service. It notes that the cooperative sent skilled workers and used its resources to repair damage quickly, aiding community recovery. It conveys the Legislature's admiration by providing a copy of the resolution to the company; it does not change any laws.

Who It Affects

• Pea River Electric Cooperative — receives formal public commendation from the Alabama Legislature
• Alabama residents affected by the 2011 tornadoes — benefited from faster power restoration and relief due to the cooperative's response

Key Provisions

• Commends Pea River Electric Cooperative for exceptional service after the tornado outbreak on April 27, 2011
• Acknowledges the cooperative's contribution of resources and skilled workers to repair damage and speed recovery
• Expresses admiration and appreciation to the cooperative by delivering a copy of the resolution to the company
• Characterizes the measure as ceremonial and not a change to any laws or state statutes

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