SJR27 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Cam Ward

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Shadrack McGillDick BrewbakerPaul BussmanBill HoltzclawPhillip W. WilliamsClay ScofieldGerald O. DialBryan TaylorTom WhatleyGreg J. ReedJimmy HolleyGerald H. AllenJ.T. WaggonerDel MarshBen H. BrooksTrip PittmanPaul SanfordRusty GloverArthur OrrScott BeasonMark Slade Blackwell

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Peters, Melba Raines, death mourned

Summary

This is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution that mourns the death of Melba Raines Peters and expresses condolences from the Legislature.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally record the death with deep sadness, offer the Legislature’s highest tribute to her life, and extend heartfelt sympathy to her family. It recognizes her as a civic leader and longtime Republican volunteer and highlights her public service and community involvement. The resolution is prepared for adoption by both houses and, once signed, becomes an official expression of the Legislature’s respect.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Melba Raines Peters, who receive a formal notice of the Legislature’s condolences.
• Residents of Huntsville and Alabama’s Republican community, who recognize Peters’s leadership and the Legislature’s tribute to her contributions.

Key Provisions

• The death of Melba Raines Peters is recorded with deep sadness by the Alabama Legislature.
• The resolution offers the Legislature’s highest tribute to her life and heartfelt sympathy to her grieving family.
• The text acknowledges her as a civic leader and long-time Republican volunteer, detailing her involvement in Republican committees, conventions, and related activities.
• The resolution is adopted by both houses of the Legislature and conveyed as an official tribute.

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, Condolence