HJR79 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jim McClendon
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Gossett, Zeke, commended
Summary: An Alabama House Joint Resolution commends Zeke Gossett of Cropwell for outstanding athletic achievements in bass fishing and recognizes his academic and community contributions.
What This Bill Does
If passed, the bill formally honors Zeke Gossett for winning the 2011 Overall Youth Championship of the Alabama State Bass Angler Sportsman Society, including his 6.24-pound three-fish limit at Lake Wheeler. It also acknowledges his multiple youth tournament victories, past awards such as the 2010 Alabama Sports Festival Athlete of the Year, and a Sports Illustrated profile, while noting his status as an outstanding student at Pell City High School. The resolution expresses heartiest congratulations and best wishes for his future endeavors and serves as a ceremonial acknowledgement by the Legislature.

Who It Affects
Zeke Gossett (recipient of formal commendation and recognition)
Zeke’s family and supporters (acknowledged for his achievements)
Pell City High School, Cropwell community, and St. Clair County residents (noted for contributing to his success and state pride)
Alabama residents (who may take pride in the state’s recognition of local athletic talent)

Key Provisions
Commends Zeke Gossett for winning the 2011 Overall Youth Championship of the Alabama State Bass Angler Sportsman Society and his 6.24-pound three-fish limit at Lake Wheeler, Decatur
Notes his five major youth tournament victories in four years and other recognitions, including the 2010 Alabama Sports Festival Athlete of the Year and a Sports Illustrated 'Faces in the Crowd' profile
States that the Legislature honors him with heartiest congratulations and best wishes for his future endeavors
Declares the resolution a ceremonial act adopted by both houses of the Legislature

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