SJR14 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Wright, Tom and Regina Brogden, commended
Summary: SJR14 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution that commends Tom and Regina Brogden Wright for their distinguished journalism careers and retirement.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally recognizes the Wrights for decades of journalism work, including their long service at The Decatur Daily. It describes Tom Wright as executive editor and Regina Wright as metro editor who trained reporters, noting their early career paths and involvement during important moments in Alabama journalism. The resolution states that they are retiring and offers the Legislature's highest tribute to their service.

Who It Affects
Tom and Regina Brogden Wright – receive formal commendation from the Alabama Legislature for their journalism careers and retirement.
The Decatur Daily newsroom and the Alabama journalism community – acknowledged for contributing to public service and the historical record of state media.

Key Provisions
Commend Tom and Regina Brogden Wright for outstanding achievements in journalism dating back to the 1960s.
Recognize their leadership roles at The Decatur Daily (Tom as executive editor, Regina as metro editor) and Regina's work training reporters.
Confer retirement recognition and express the Legislature's highest tribute.

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