SJR13 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tammy Irons
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Gerald O. Dial Vivian Davis Figures George M. “Marc” Keahey Bobby D. Singleton Linda Coleman-Madison Quinton Ross Rodger Smitherman Trip Pittman Del Marsh J.T. Waggoner Cam Ward William “Bill” M. Beasley Jerry L. Fielding
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Reed, Joe L., commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature commends Dr. Joe L. Reed for more than 42 years of public education service and recognizes his retirement.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes and praises Dr. Reed for his work in public education, especially with the Alabama Education Association and his advocacy for teachers and education policy. It highlights his leadership, civil rights and education accomplishments, and notes that a copy of the resolution is provided to him. The resolution was adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature.

Who It Affects
Dr. Joe L. Reed – the individual honoree receiving formal recognition for his long career and retirement.
Public education community in Alabama (teachers, educators, and related groups) and the Alabama Education Association – beneficiaries of formal recognition of leadership and advocacy that supported education policy and equal opportunity.

Key Provisions
Commends Dr. Joe L. Reed for more than 42 years of service to public education and for retiring from the Alabama Education Association.
Acknowledges his leadership and advocacy, including expanding the Alabama Education Association and his impact on education policy and civil rights, as well as his roles in civic organizations and the awards he received.
Extends the highest commendation and notes that a copy of the resolution is provided to Dr. Reed.
States that the resolution was adopted by both the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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