SR34 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Vivian Davis FiguresSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol, recognized

Summary

The Alabama Senate recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol and commends the sorority for its leadership and service.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the observance of AKA Day at the Capitol. It includes a memorial tribute to deceased honorary members as part of Black History Month. It acknowledges the sorority's mission and 2010-2014 theme and outlines topics for the 2012 Day, such as redistricting, public policy, voting rights, and opportunities in education and economics. It also directs that copies of the resolution be given to the sorority's leaders for presentation.

Who It Affects

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated – receives formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama Senate.
• Alabama residents and the public – may be connected to the topics highlighted (voting rights, public policy, education, economic empowerment) through civic recognition.
• Named leaders (Carolyn House Stewart, Adrienne P.K. Washington, Leyser Hayes) – receive copies of the resolution for presentation.

Key Provisions

• The Senate recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the Capitol on February 23, 2012.
• A memorial tribute is included for deceased honorary members Virginia Durr, Johnnie Carr, Coretta Scott King, Ethel Hall, and Rosa Parks.
• The resolution commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its history of leadership and service.
• Acknowledgment of the sorority's mission 'Service to All Mankind' and its 2010-2014 theme 'Global Leadership Through Timeless Service.'
• The 2012 Day program topics include redistricting, public policy, the 2014 presidential election, restoration of voting rights, voters' ID requirements, economic empowerment, and educational opportunities.
• Copies of the resolution are to be provided to Attorney Carolyn House Stewart, Adrienne P.K. Washington, and Attorney Leyser Hayes for presentation.

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Subjects

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority