HJR459 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Alvin Holmes
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: President Barack Obama, commended
Summary: Alabama’s House resolution commends President Barack Obama for bringing Osama bin Laden to justice.
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Alabama Legislature that honors President Obama for his leadership in bringing Osama bin Laden to justice. It expresses pride and appreciation from the legislature and notes that a copy of the resolution will be sent to the President. It does not create new laws or change existing laws.

Who It Affects
President Barack Obama — receives a formal commendation from the Alabama Legislature
Alabama residents and state government — the resolution publicly reflects the legislature's recognition and stance on national security leadership

Key Provisions
The Alabama Legislature commends President Barack Obama for leadership and courage in bringing Osama bin Laden to justice
A copy of the resolution will be provided to President Barack Obama

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Referred to Rules

Holmes motion to suspend rules and Adopt lost Roll Call 1342

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Download Introduced PDF

Votes

Yes 53

No 18

Abstained 2

Absent 32

Documents

Bill Text (Introduced) HJR459 Alabama 2012 Session - Introduced

Source: Alabama Legislature