HJR35 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Oliver Robinson

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Lawrence McAdoryDemetrius C. NewtonMary MoorePatricia ToddMerika ColemanJuandalynn GivanJohn W. RogersRod Scott

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Davis, Angela Y., commended

Summary

Alabama lawmakers formally commend Angela Y. Davis for her work in social justice and education.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes and praises Angela Y. Davis for her contributions to social justice through activism and scholarship. The resolution notes her long career as an educator at numerous universities and her writings, and mentions her involvement with abolitionist and criminal-justice reform groups. It also states she will be honored by the Birmingham NAACP for the 50th anniversary of the Alabama Civil Rights Movement and offers best wishes for her future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Angela Y. Davis — receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• Alabama students, educators, and the broader public — gain a public acknowledgment of Davis's impact on education, social justice, and civil rights.

Key Provisions

• Commends Angela Y. Davis for significant contributions to social justice through activism and scholarship.
• Recognizes her career as educator and author, including teaching at San Francisco State University, Mills College, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Vassar, the Claremont Colleges, and Stanford, and her current role as Distinguished Professor Emerita.
• Notes her involvement with prison abolition and criminal-justice reform efforts and related organizations.
• Expresses deepest admiration and appreciation and offers sincere best wishes for continued success, with the resolution adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory