HR607 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Mac McCutcheonMike BallHoward SanderfordPhil WilliamsJim Patterson

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

St. Mary of the Visitation Church, commended

Summary

The Alabama House passed a resolution commending St. Mary of the Visitation Church in Huntsville for 150 years of service as the oldest Catholic church in North Alabama.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial, non-binding recognition by the House. It formally commends the church for its 150-year history, notes its founding in 1861 and that the cornerstone was laid by Bishop Quinlan, and acknowledges its role as a mother church and provider of religious and educational services in the Huntsville area.

Who It Affects

• St. Mary of the Visitation Church and its members, who receive formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama House.
• The Huntsville community and North Alabama Catholic community, which are acknowledged for the church's longstanding service and historical significance.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes St. Mary of the Visitation Church as the oldest Catholic Church in North Alabama, with its founding and 1861 cornerstone laid by Bishop Quinlan.
• Commends the church's devotion and its 150 years of service to the Huntsville community, noting its religious and educational contributions and its role as a mother church for the region.

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