HR450 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan Boothe

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Long, John Maloy, commended

Summary

A House resolution commending Dr. John Maloy Long for his long teaching career and for receiving the 2012 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award.

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the Alabama House would formally recognize Dr. John Maloy Long and the Southeast Alabama Community Band for their decades of service and contributions to the state's cultural life. It notes his 50-year teaching career, his leadership of the Southeast Alabama Community Band, and the band's numerous free public concerts, along with the national honors he has received. The resolution expresses admiration and best wishes for his future endeavors; it is ceremonial and does not change any laws or create new programs.

Who It Affects

• Dr. John Maloy Long – receives an official commendation from the House for his career and award.
• Alabama communities and residents – benefit from recognition of the band's cultural contributions and public concerts, which enhance the state's cultural life.

Key Provisions

• Commends Dr. John Maloy Long and the Southeast Alabama Community Band for lifelong service and contributions to Alabama's cultural life.
• Acknowledges Long's 50-year teaching career and his role as founder/conductor of the Southeast Alabama Community Band, including free public concerts in multiple Alabama cities.
• Recognizes Long's national honors, including the 2012 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award, and related recognitions.
• Expresses admiration, appreciation, and best wishes for Long's future endeavors.

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