HR183 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Hubbard

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Jaynes, Oval, commended

Summary

A ceremonial resolution recognizing Oval Jaynes for outstanding achievement and service, and honoring his retirement as Jacksonville State University's athletic director.

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the Alabama House would officially commend Oval Jaynes for his work in college athletics and his leadership. It notes his retirement from Jacksonville State University after serving as athletic director since September 2008 and highlights his long coaching and administrative career at multiple universities, including leadership roles in national organizations. This is a symbolic tribute and does not change laws or provide funding.

Who It Affects

• Oval Jaynes – receives formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama House as he retires from his role as athletic director.
• Jacksonville State University, its students, coaches, and athletic staff, and the broader Alabama college athletics community – recognized for Jaynes's contributions and leadership; the resolution publicly honors his service.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Oval Jaynes for outstanding achievement and service to colleges, coaches, and athletes, and acknowledges his retirement from Jacksonville State University as Athletic Director after serving since September 2008.
• Documents his more than 20 years of coaching before his administrative career and his leadership roles at various universities, including his national affiliations and chairmanship with the American Football Coaches Association's Convention Foundation Committee.
• Offered by the Alabama House as a formal commendation and tribute in recognition of his contributions and retirement.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory