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SJR37 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Cam Ward
Cam Ward
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Scott, Henry Thomas, Jr., death mourned
Summary

SJR37 memorializes the death of Dr. Henry Thomas Scott, Jr. and expresses the Alabama Legislature's condolences.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution that records Dr. Scott's death with deep sadness and offers the Legislature's tribute and heartfelt sympathy to his family. It also recognizes his life and achievements, including his Navy service, education, and leadership in Alabama's chiropractic community, such as helping pass the state's Chiropractic Law and serving in key professional roles. The resolution does not change laws or create new policies.

Who It Affects
  • Dr. Henry Thomas Scott, Jr.'s family and survivors, who receive formal tribute and condolences from the Legislature.
  • Alabama residents and professional communities, especially chiropractors and related organizations, who learn of the tribute and recognize Dr. Scott's contributions through the resolution.
Key Provisions
  • The death of Dr. Henry Thomas Scott, Jr. is recorded with deep sadness and the resolution is offered in highest tribute to his life, with heartfelt sympathy to his family.
  • The resolution acknowledges Dr. Scott's significant contributions to chiropractic practice in Alabama, including helping to pass the Chiropractic Law, leading on state boards and associations, military service, and his overall impact on the community.
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Subjects
Resolutions, Condolence

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 3:25 p.m. on March 29, 2011

Assigned Act No. 2011-77.

Enrolled

Signature Requested

Passed Second House

Galliher motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Beason motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature