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HJR161 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Howard Sanderford
Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2012
Title
Ordway, Maria Victoria, death mourned
Summary

A ceremonial House Joint Resolution mourning Maria Victoria Ordway’s death and offering the state’s condolences.

What This Bill Does

The resolution records her death, acknowledges her impact on family and community, and expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family. It is a ceremonial gesture adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature and placed in the official records. It does not enact laws or change any policy.

Who It Affects
  • Maria Victoria Ordway’s family and close friends, who receive formal recognition and sympathy from the state.
  • Alabama residents and state lawmakers, who participate in a formal tribute and have the death officially recorded in state records.
Key Provisions
  • Be It Resolved by the Legislature of Alabama, Both Houses Concuring (adoption language).
  • The death of Maria Victoria Ordway is recorded with deep sadness and this resolution is offered as a high tribute to her life, with heartfelt sympathy to her grieving family.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
Resolutions, Condolence

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 10:20 a. m. on March 22, 2012.

Assigned Act No. 2012-128.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Orr motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature