HR129 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Dexter Grimsley
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: National Day of Prayer, recognized
Summary: The Alabama House recognizes May 5, 2011 as National Day of Prayer in Alabama and calls for display of the resolution.
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial resolution that officially recognizes the National Day of Prayer in the state. It states that May 5, 2011 is the National Day of Prayer in Alabama and requests that a copy of the resolution be provided for presentation and display. The text also references the historical origins of the National Day of Prayer to explain its purpose.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents and religious communities who observe the National Day of Prayer
State and local government offices and public buildings that will display the resolution

Key Provisions
Recognizes May 5, 2011 as the National Day of Prayer in the State of Alabama.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for appropriate presentation and display on this occasion.
Includes background language about the National Day of Prayer, noting its historical origins ( Continental Congress in 1775; federal designation in 1952; first Thursday in May designated in 1988).

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules