SJR20 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tammy Irons
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Scott Beason Vivian Davis Figures Jimmy Holley Harri Anne Smith Greg J. Reed Shadrack McGill Dick Brewbaker Paul Bussman Bill Holtzclaw Phillip W. Williams Clay Scofield Gerald O. Dial Bryan Taylor Jerry L. Fielding Tom Whatley George M. “Marc” Keahey Bobby D. Singleton Arthur Orr William “Bill” M. Beasley Cam Ward Gerald H. Allen J.T. Waggoner Del Marsh Ben H. Brooks Trip Pittman Rodger Smitherman Paul Sanford Rusty Glover Hank Sanders Quinton Ross Roger Bedford, Jr.Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Mark Slade Blackwell
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: The University of Alabama Football Team, commended
Summary: The Senate Joint Resolution commends the University of Alabama football team for winning the 2011 BCS National Championship and directs that a copy of the resolution be displayed at the university.
What This Bill Does
The bill recognizes the Alabama Crimson Tide for its national championship win, including the 21-0 victory over LSU in the 2012 BCS Championship and the No. 1 AP ranking. It expresses the Legislature's commendation and pride in the team, and it directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for presentation and display at the University of Alabama.

Who It Affects
The University of Alabama and its football program receive formal statewide recognition and a directive to display the resolution.
Alabama residents and state institutions benefit from public acknowledgment of a major athletic achievement and the associated display at the university.

Key Provisions
Commends the Alabama Crimson Tide for winning the 2011 BCS National Championship and for earning the No. 1 ranking in the AP poll.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to and displayed at The University of Alabama.

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