HR233 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris EnglandRepresentative

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

John MerrillBill Poole

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Blackburn, John, commended

Summary

A House resolution honors the late John Blackburn for his leadership at the University of Alabama and acknowledges his role in peaceful integration and the Mallet Assembly on its 50th anniversary.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes and honors John Blackburn, a longtime University of Alabama administrator, for his contributions to the university and state. It notes his leadership roles, his work toward peaceful integration, and his founding of the Mallet Assembly in 1961. It commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Mallet Assembly and sends a copy of the resolution to Blackburn's family, expressing esteem and gratitude.

Who It Affects

• John Blackburn (deceased) and his family — recognized and commemorated; resolution copied to family
• University of Alabama community (students, alumni, faculty, staff) and Mallet Assembly participants — receives recognition of Blackburn's leadership and the program's legacy, highlighting its historical significance

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the legacy and contributions of John Blackburn, late University of Alabama Dean of Students
• Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Mallet Assembly and Blackburn's founding of the program in 1961
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Blackburn's family
• Expresses the House's highest esteem and gratitude for Blackburn's contributions to the University of Alabama and the State

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