HJR344 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jim CarnsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Burks, Edward Alan, death mourned

Summary

A ceremonial House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Edward Alan Burks and expressing condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution that records Edward Alan Burks's death with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It describes his life and accomplishments, including his Alabama upbringing, education, business leadership in the tire industry, and community and church involvement. It does not change laws or policies; it serves as a formal expression of mourning from the Alabama Legislature.

Who It Affects

• Edward Alan Burks’s family and close friends, who receive a formal expression of mourning and sympathy from the Legislature.
• Alabama residents and local communities, who see public recognition and remembrance of a local business leader and community member.

Key Provisions

• Record the death of Edward Alan Burks with deep sadness and offer heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• Acknowledge and summarize Burks’s life and contributions, including his Alabama roots, education at the University of Alabama, leadership in the tire industry (Big Ten Tires and Omega Tires), and involvement in his church and community activities.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence