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HJR63 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2012
Title
Harris, Patrick Dewayne, death mourned
Summary

A ceremonial Alabama House Joint Resolution honoring and mourning the death of Patrick Dewayne Harris.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it records the death with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes Harris's work as Chief School Financial Officer for the Sumter County Board of Education for 12 years and his roles as a civic leader, church member, and Phi Beta Sigma member. It does not change any laws or policies; it serves as a formal tribute from the Legislature.

Who It Affects
  • Patrick Dewayne Harris and his immediate family and survivors receive official recognition and sympathy from the Legislature.
  • The Sumter County educational community and Harris's civic and church organizations receive public acknowledgment of his service and a formal memorial by the Legislature.
Key Provisions
  • Mourns the death of Patrick Dewayne Harris and expresses deep sadness.
  • Acknowledges Harris's life, including his age at death, date of death, and his roles with the Sumter County Board of Education and in civic and religious communities.
  • Declares that the Legislature offers heartfelt sympathy to his family as a tribute to his life and contributions.
  • States that this is a ceremonial resolution and does not amend or create laws.
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, Condolence

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 5:23 p. m. on February 21, 2012.

Assigned Act No. 2012-45.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Waggoner 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