HJR316 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Yvonne Kennedy
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Sumlin, Lillie Mae, death mourned
Summary: HJR316 is a memorial resolution by the Alabama Legislature mourning the death of Lillie Mae Sumlin and expressing sympathy to her family.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally records Sumlin's death, provides a biographical summary of her life and community service, and conveys the Legislature's heartfelt condolences. It recognizes her long church involvement and her role in the Mobile community, but it does not create or change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects
Family and close friends of Lillie Mae Sumlin receive a formal expression of sympathy from the Legislature.
The Mobile community and local church members are publicly recognized for Sumlin's contributions, and the Legislature records the mourning on behalf of Alabama.

Key Provisions
Records the death of Lillie Mae Sumlin of Mobile, Alabama, on March 13, 2012, at age 85.
Provides a biographical summary, including birth on March 29, 1926, in Camden, Alabama, and long residence in Mobile; notes she was affectionately known as 'MaDear' and was deeply involved in church and community life.
Acknowledges her church service: about 43 years with Greater Mt. Olive No. 2 Church and 28 years as an usher at St. James Missionary Baptist Church.
Expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family and states that the death is recorded with deep sadness by the 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, Condolence