HJR172 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Wes Long
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Whitmore, Tina, commended
Summary: This Alabama House Joint Resolution commends Tina Whitmore for winning the 2011 Lake Guntersville Educator of the Year Award and recognizes her long service as a teacher.
What This Bill Does
It formally honors Tina Whitmore and publicly celebrates her achievements. It notes her 30+ years as a first grade and kindergarten teacher at Guntersville Elementary School, her work as a reading coach, and her additional duties such as supervising early-arrival students, helping non-English-speaking parents learn to read, directing the after-school program, and teaching after-school cooking and art classes. The resolution offers heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for her continued success.

Who It Affects
Tina Whitmore – receives formal commendation and public recognition for her achievements and career
Guntersville community and Guntersville Elementary School – gains recognition of a dedicated educator, highlighting positive impact on students, families, and local pride

Key Provisions
Commends Tina Whitmore for receiving the 2011 Lake Guntersville Educator of the Year Award
Acknowledges her 30+ years as a teacher at Guntersville Elementary School, including roles as a first grade/kindergarten teacher, reading coach, early-arrival supervisor, and director of the after-school program, as well as teaching after-school cooking and art classes and assisting non-English-speaking parents with reading
Offers heartiest congratulations and best wishes for her continued success
States that the resolution is adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature

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, Congratulatory