HJR181 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alvin Holmes

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Tuskegee Airmen, commended (2012-20376)

Summary

This House Joint Resolution commends the Tuskegee Airmen for their WWII service and invites them to address a joint session of the Alabama Legislature.

What This Bill Does

It honors the Tuskegee Airmen for their courage and notable achievements in World War II, including not losing a bomber they escorted. It invites the Airmen to speak to a joint session of the Alabama Legislature at a time chosen by the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker, after consulting with the bill sponsor. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be given to the Tuskegee Airmen.

Who It Affects

• Tuskegee Airmen – recognized for their WWII service and invited to address a joint session of the Alabama Legislature.
• Alabama Legislature – will host the invitation and the joint session and will provide a copy of the resolution to the Tuskegee Airmen.

Key Provisions

• Commends the Tuskegee Airmen for their WWII service and achievements, including escorting bombers and not losing a bomber.
• Invites the Tuskegee Airmen to address a joint session of the Alabama Legislature at a time chosen by the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker after consultation with the sponsor.
• Directs that a copy of this resolution be provided to the Tuskegee Airmen.

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