HR180 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Paul DeMarco

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Holocaust Remembrance Day, recognized; Alabama Holocaust Commission, support of commended

Summary

The bill designates May 3, 2011 as Holocaust Remembrance Day in Alabama, honors the Alabama Holocaust Commission and its supporters, and highlights the Commission's educational mission.

What This Bill Does

If enacted as a resolution, it publicly recognizes Holocaust Remembrance Day in Alabama and commends public officials and citizens for supporting the Alabama Holocaust Commission. It also notes the Commission's role in educating people about the Holocaust and genocide and that Yom Hashoah Days of Remembrance will be observed in the State Capitol; a copy of the resolution is to be given as a memento.

Who It Affects

• Public officials and Alabama citizens are recognized and commended for supporting the Alabama Holocaust Commission.
• The Alabama Holocaust Commission (and Holocaust survivors) are acknowledged, with its educational mission promoted and events like Yom Hashoah Days of Remembrance hosted at the State Capitol.

Key Provisions

• Recognize May 3, 2011 as Holocaust Remembrance Day in the State of Alabama.
• Commend public officials and citizens for their support of the Alabama Holocaust Commission and acknowledge the Commission's educational mission to teach about the Holocaust and genocide.
• Host Yom Hashoah – Days of Remembrance in the Alabama State Capitol to honor Holocaust survivors.
• Present a copy of the resolution as a memento of the designation.

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