HR396 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Berry ForteRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Corbitt, Warren G., death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives mourns the death of Warren G. Corbitt and honors his life of service.

What This Bill Does

It formally mourns his passing and offers condolences to his family. It acknowledges his long career in education, his military service, and his leadership in Clayton/Barbour County during integration. It memorializes his legacy in the official records of the House.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Warren G. Corbitt, who receive official condolences
• Educators, students, and colleagues in Clayton and Barbour County who were impacted by his work and leadership
• The Alabama House and the broader public, which will see the official tribute recorded in state proceedings

Key Provisions

• The House adopts a resolution mourning the death of Warren G. Corbitt and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
• The resolution recognizes Corbitt's biography, including his birth in 1923, U.S. Army service, and his education from Miles College, Alabama A&M University, Tuskegee University, California State University, and Alabama State University, along with his professional credentials.
• It acknowledges his lengthy career in education (teacher, Assistant Principal at Comer Vocational High School, Principal of Barbour County Training School, Co-Principal of Clayton High School during integration, and Principal of Clayton High School, retiring in 1980) and his role in education leadership during integration.
• The resolution states that Corbitt's life and service merit the highest tribute and directs that this tribute be recorded in the official proceedings of the House.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence