SJR164 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tammy Irons
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Scott Beason Vivian Davis Figures Jimmy Holley Harri Anne Smith Greg J. Reed Shadrack McGill Dick Brewbaker Paul Bussman Bill Holtzclaw Phillip W. Williams Clay Scofield Gerald O. Dial Bryan Taylor Jerry L. Fielding Tom Whatley George M. “Marc” Keahey Bobby D. Singleton Arthur Orr William “Bill” M. Beasley Cam Ward Gerald H. Allen J.T. Waggoner Del Marsh Ben H. Brooks Trip Pittman Rodger Smitherman Paul Sanford Rusty Glover Hank Sanders Quinton Ross Roger Bedford, Jr.Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Mark Slade Blackwell
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, commended
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution recognizing and commending Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama for its 75th anniversary.
What This Bill Does
It formally acknowledges Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama’s 75 years of operation and its history dating back to 1936. It highlights the company’s role in providing health coverage to millions, including more than 2.1 million Alabamians, its efficient use of premium dollars, its provider network, and its community work such as the Alabama Child Caring Foundation. It commends the organization for leadership, customer service, and charitable efforts, and specifies that a copy of the resolution be provided for display.

Who It Affects
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama – receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution for display.
Alabama residents, customers, and communities – benefit from public acknowledgment of the company's impact, services, and charitable activities (including the Alabama Child Caring Foundation and related programs).

Key Provisions
Recognizes Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama for its 75th anniversary and its June 1936 origin as a Hospital Service Corporation.
Commends the company for customer-focused service, established networks of providers in Alabama, and efforts to keep health care costs competitive.
Notes the company’s charitable and community contributions, including the Alabama Child Caring Foundation and Cahaba Government Benefit Administrators LLC’s work with Medicare.
directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama for presentation and display.

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