HR379 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Joe Hubbard

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen,150th Anniversary, commended

Summary

Alabama House resolution recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and offering congratulations.

What This Bill Does

The bill publicly recognizes the oldest rail union in North America and its history of advocating for members’ health, safety, financial interests, and workplace dignity. It acknowledges the union’s past contributions to the country and expresses that it will continue to have a meaningful impact in the future. It is a ceremonial statement with no new laws or funding.

Who It Affects

• Members and officers of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, who are publicly recognized and congratulated.
• Alabama residents and rail industry workers in general, who are the audience of the recognition; there is no direct legal change affecting them.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen.
• Offers heartiest congratulations for the union’s achievements and the strength of its membership.
• acknowledges the union’s role in protecting health and safety, guarding financial interests, giving workers a voice on the job, and ensuring dignity, respect, and security for railway workers.
• Notes the union’s historical contributions to the United States and expresses expectation of continued impact in the future.

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