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HJR130 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2013
Title
Calhoun, Dorothy Bettis, death mourned
Summary

A ceremonial House Joint Resolution mourning the death and recognizing the life of Dorothy Bettis Calhoun by the Alabama Legislature.

What This Bill Does

It publicly mourns Dorothy Bettis Calhoun, celebrates her life and community contributions, and expresses sympathy to her family. It states the Legislature’s intent to honor her legacy with a certificate of tribute. It is a symbolic tribute and does not create new laws or policy changes.

Who It Affects
  • Family and friends of Dorothy Bettis Calhoun, who receive formal sympathy and recognition from the state
  • The Alabama community and public, who are informed of the Legislature's memorialization through official state records
Key Provisions
  • The Legislature mourns the death of Dorothy Bettis Calhoun, noting her life of 69 years and her role as a valued community member
  • The Legislature offers a certificate in highest tribute to her legacy and extends heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends
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Subjects
Resolutions, Condolence

Bill Actions

H

Forwarded to Governor at 3:11 p.m. on April 23, 2013.

H

Assigned Act No. 2013-128.

H

Clerk of the House Certification

S

Signature Requested

H

Enrolled

H

Passed Second House

S

Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

S

Reported from Rules

S

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

H

McCutcheon motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

H

Reported from Rules

H

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature