HJR242 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Wayne Johnson Phil Williams Jim Patterson Laura Hall Mac McCutcheon
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Ball, Claudine Smith, death mourned
Summary: A House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Claudine Smith Ball and offering condolences.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the measure officially records Claudine Smith Ball's death with deep sadness and offers the legislature’s highest tribute to her life and heartfelt sympathy to her family. It notes she was the mother of Representative Mike Ball and was active in her church and community. It is a ceremonial tribute and does not enact or amend state law.

Who It Affects
Claudine Smith Ball's immediate family and caregivers, who receive official condolences and recognition in the resolution.
Members of the Alabama Legislature and the Alabama community, who acknowledge her life through an official record.

Key Provisions
Declares the death of Claudine Smith Ball to be recorded with deep sadness and offers the highest tribute to her life and heartfelt sympathy to her family.
Recognizes she was the mother of Representative Mike Ball, active in her church and community, and notes that this is a ceremonial tribute; it does not change or create laws.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Condolence