SJR44 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Priscilla Dunn
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Gerald O. Dial Arthur Orr George M. “Marc” Keahey Linda Coleman-Madison Roger Bedford, Jr.Quinton Ross Tammy Irons Jimmy Holley Shadrack McGill Cam Ward Tom Whatley Scott Beason Rusty Glover William “Bill” M. Beasley Mark Slade Blackwell Greg J. Reed Bryan Taylor Gerald H. Allen Dick Brewbaker Paul Sanford Clay Scofield Phillip W. Williams Rodger Smitherman Vivian Davis Figures Hank Sanders Trip Pittman Bobby D. Singleton Paul Bussman Jerry L. Fielding Bill Holtzclaw Del Marsh Harri Anne Smith J.T. Waggoner
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Williams, Leroy, commended
Summary: The bill is a formal Alabama Senate Joint Resolution commending Leroy Williams for his 42-year career with United States Steel and announcing his retirement.
What This Bill Does
It publicly commends Leroy Williams for his professional achievements. It notes that he is retiring from United States Steel in Fairfield after 42 years of service, with retirement effective February 28, 2013. It provides background on his life, including his Birmingham origins, education, church involvement, and family, and it mentions a retirement party planned for March 30, 2013. It expresses best wishes for his future.

Who It Affects
Leroy Williams – receives formal commendation for his long career and upcoming retirement
Leroy Williams's family, church, and local community in the Pleasant Grove/Birmingham area – acknowledged through public recognition; his employer is noted for his long service

Key Provisions
Commends Leroy Williams for professional achievement and a 42-year career with United States Steel (USS) in Fairfield, Alabama
Acknowledges his retirement effective February 28, 2013
Describes his background: born in Birmingham, Wenonah High School graduate (1970), Applied Technology Degree from Bessemer State Technical College
Notes his active church involvement with Mt. Canaan Full Gospel Church since 1980, including leadership roles
Mentions his family: married to Brenda J. Williams and father of eight daughters, plus grandchildren
Expresses best wishes for his future and notes a retirement party on March 30, 2013

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