SJR54 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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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: Christopher, Warren Minor, commended posthumously
Summary: Alabama Memorial Joint Resolution honors Warren Minor Christopher posthumously for his lifetime of public service.
What This Bill Does
Senate Joint Resolution 54 memorializes Warren Minor Christopher and expresses condolences to his family. It highlights his major public service roles and achievements, including high-level government positions and leadership in various organizations. The resolution states that a copy should be given to his family as a formal tribute, serving as a ceremonial public acknowledgement by the Alabama Legislature.

Who It Affects
Warren Minor Christopher's family and close associates, who receive formal condolences and a copy of the resolution as a tribute.
Alabama lawmakers and citizens, who will recognize his contributions through this official public record.

Key Provisions
Acknowledges the death of Warren Minor Christopher and celebrates his life of service and purpose, while extending heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Attributes a number of his notable roles, including Secretary of State under Bill Clinton, Deputy Secretary of State under Jimmy Carter, and Deputy Attorney General under Lyndon B. Johnson, along with other leadership positions and civic involvement.
Be it resolved: the Alabama Legislature concurs in memorializing him and offers a copy of the resolution to his family as sincere tribute and honor.
The resolution serves as a ceremonial public record of respect by the Alabama Legislature.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory