SJR86 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: University of Alabama gymnastic team, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature commends the University of Alabama gymnastics team for winning the 2011 NCAA national championship and the SEC championship.
What This Bill Does
The resolution formally recognizes and commends the University of Alabama's Gymnastics Team for winning the 2011 NCAA Gymnastics Championship and the SEC Championship. Kayla Hoffman, the team's lone performing senior and the SEC Gymnast of the Year, is highlighted for a near-perfect floor routine. Coach Sarah Patterson is credited with leading the program to its fifth national championship. A copy of the resolution will be provided for display at the university.

Who It Affects
The University of Alabama Gymnastics Team (athletes and coaches) – receives formal commendation and public recognition.
The University of Alabama and its supporters/community – gains public acknowledgment of the team's achievement and will receive a display-ready copy of the resolution.

Key Provisions
Commends the University of Alabama's Gymnastics Team for winning the 2011 NCAA National Championship.
Recognizes the team’s SEC Championship victory and the near-perfect floor routine by Kayla Hoffman, the senior and SEC Gymnast of the Year.
Credits coach Sarah Patterson for leading the team to its fifth national championship.
Provides for a copy of the resolution to be given to the university for display.
Adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature and transmitted accordingly.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory