SJR20 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Linda Coleman-MadisonSenator
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Del Marsh Gerald O. Dial Jerry L. Fielding Jimmy Holley Clay Scofield William “Bill” M. Beasley Gerald H. Allen Harri Anne Smith Vivian Davis Figures Scott Beason Bobby D. Singleton Mark Slade Blackwell Greg J. Reed Bryan Taylor Trip Pittman Bill Holtzclaw Priscilla Dunn J.T. Waggoner Arthur Orr Paul Bussman Cam Ward Tom Whatley Rodger Smitherman George M. “Marc” Keahey Tammy Irons Quinton Ross Roger Bedford, Jr.Dick Brewbaker Rusty Glover Shadrack McGill Hank Sanders Paul Sanford Phillip W. Williams
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Delta Day, recognized
Summary: This Senate Joint Resolution recognizes and commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for Delta Day at the Alabama State Capitol and highlights the organization's contributions.
What This Bill Does
The bill officially recognizes Delta Day on February 19, 2013, at the Alabama State Capitol. It describes Delta Sigma Theta Sorority's founding, size, and Five Point Program (Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement) and notes its work in education, scholarships, and public policy. It also acknowledges Alabama members who have served in the Legislature and other notable Delta Sigma Theta members with ties to Alabama, and it resolves to commend the sorority and present the resolution for display with best wishes for future endeavors.

Who It Affects
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Delta Day participants, who receive formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama Legislature.
Alabama lawmakers and state government, who adopt and display the resolution recognizing the sorority's contributions and honor associated Alabama members.

Key Provisions
Recognizes Delta Day on February 19, 2013, at the Alabama State Capitol and commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Describes the sorority's founding, membership, and Five Point Program, and notes its promotion of academic excellence, scholarships, and public policy.
Acknowledges Alabama Delta Sigma Theta members who served in the Alabama Legislature and other notable Delta Sigma Theta members connected to Alabama.
Be it resolved that the Legislature commends the sorority and directs presentation of the resolution to Cheryl W. Turner for display, with best wishes for future endeavors.

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, Congratulatory