HR511 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John Merrill

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Richard LindseyRichard J. Laird

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Houston, Bettie Snider, death mourned

Summary

HR511 is a formal Alabama House resolution mourning the death of Bettie Snider Houston and expressing sympathy to her family.

What This Bill Does

It records Bettie Snider Houston's death with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to her family. It recognizes her long-time church leadership and community service, including founding the Sunshine and Junior Choirs and directing the Adult Choir for 40 years, as well as her service on multiple local boards. It is a ceremonial expression of respect rather than a measure that changes laws or policy.

Who It Affects

• Bettie Snider Houston's family and close friends, who receive a formal expression of condolences.
• Members of the Alabama community and organizations connected to her church and public service, who are publicly acknowledged for her contributions.

Key Provisions

• Declares the death of Bettie Snider Houston with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to her family.
• Recognizes her service to the community and church, including founding the Sunshine and Junior Choirs, directing the Adult Choir for 40 years, and serving on the Cleburne County Hospital and Nursing Home Boards, the Mental Health Board, and as the first woman Supervisor of the Soil Conservation Board.
• Notes her other contributions to the community, such as her telephone ministry and efforts to enrich the lives of others.
• States that the House records her death in the official records and offers sympathy that is shared by many.

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