HR496 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John Merrill

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Sella, Alvin Conrad, death mourned

Summary

A House resolution mourning the death of Alvin Conrad Sella and offering condolences, while recognizing his contributions to art and education.

What This Bill Does

If signed, the bill records the death of Alvin Conrad Sella in the Alabama House's official records and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes Sella as an internationally acclaimed artist and long-time art educator who influenced many lives. It publicly honors his impact on the Tuscaloosa community and Alabama's arts and education.

Who It Affects

• Family and friends of Alvin Conrad Sella, who receive formal condolences from the Legislature
• The Alabama arts and education community (including the University of Alabama and Tuscaloosa arts organizations), which receives formal recognition of Sella's contributions

Key Provisions

• The death of Alvin Conrad Sella is recorded with deep sadness by the Alabama House of Representatives
• The resolution offers heartfelt sympathy to his family
• The resolution acknowledges Sella's contributions as an internationally acclaimed artist and art educator and his long involvement in Alabama's arts and education
• The resolution is to be included in the official records (House Journal) as a formal expression of the Legislature's sympathy

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence