HJR52 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Daniel H. Boman

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Ballard, Billy Steven, death mourned

Summary

Alabama Legislature mourns Billy Steven Ballard’s death and pays formal tribute to his life.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Billy Steven Ballard and honoring his life. It notes his background, education, work, and status as a valued community member. It expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife, children, parents, brother, and friends, and does not change any laws.

Who It Affects

• Billy Steven Ballard’s immediate family (wife Rhonda Boman Ballard, daughter Caroline Ballard, sons John-Alex Ballard and Jacob Ballard, parents Bill and Annette Knight Ballard, brother Brett Ballard) who receive formal recognition and sympathy.
• The Sulligent, Alabama community and the broader Alabama community that recognizes Ballard as a valued community member and receives the formal tribute.

Key Provisions

• The Legislature mourns Billy Steven Ballard’s death and offers a formal tribute to his life and legacy.
• The resolution expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife, family, and friends.
• It recognizes Ballard’s background, including his birth in 1961, education at Auburn University, work with Grand Rooms, and status as a valued member of the Sulligent community.
• The resolution was adopted by the House on February 21, 2013 and by the Senate on March 5, 2013.

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, Condolence