HJR66 Alabama 2012 Session
Summary
- Primary Sponsor
Victor GastonRepublican- Co-Sponsors
- Chad FincherJim Barton
- Session
- Regular Session 2012
- Title
- Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day, March 30, 2012, designation
- Summary
Alabama designates March 30, 2012 as Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day to honor Vietnam veterans and encourage statewide observance.
What This Bill DoesIf enacted, the resolution designates a specific day in Alabama to recognize Vietnam veterans. It encourages residents and communities to observe the day with activities and events that honor these veterans. It also emphasizes the importance of recognizing veterans’ service as a teaching moment about gratitude and support for military personnel.
Who It Affects- Vietnam veterans in Alabama, who are to be recognized and honored on the designated day.
- The general public, schools, and local organizations, which are encouraged to observe and participate in commemorative activities.
Key ProvisionsAI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.- Designates March 30, 2012 as 'Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day' in Alabama.
- Encourages observance through activities and events to honor Vietnam veterans.
- Frames the observance as a teaching moment about recognizing and appreciating veterans' service.
- Subjects
- Resolutions, Designation
Bill Actions
Delivered to Governor at 5:23 p. m. on February 21, 2012.
Assigned Act No. 2012-47.
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