SJR89 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Harri Anne Smith
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Mark Slade Blackwell Bobby D. Singleton Paul Bussman Hank Sanders Tom Whatley Scott Beason Priscilla Dunn Vivian Davis Figures Rusty Glover Bill Hightower Jimmy Holley Quinton Ross Paul Sanford George M. “Marc” Keahey Del Marsh Rodger Smitherman Bryan Taylor Roger Bedford, Jr.Bill Holtzclaw Tammy Irons Dick Brewbaker Linda Coleman-Madison Gerald O. Dial Phillip W. Williams Gerald H. Allen Jerry L. Fielding Greg J. Reed J.T. Waggoner William “Bill” M. Beasley Shadrack McGill Arthur Orr Trip Pittman Clay Scofield Cam Ward
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Poland, Charles Albert, Jr., Public School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, January 29, designated
Summary: Designates January 29 as Charles A. Poland, Jr., Public School Bus Driver Appreciation Day in Alabama to honor bus drivers and remember a fallen driver.
What This Bill Does
It designates an annual statewide day to recognize public school bus drivers. It notes the duties and sacrifices of bus drivers and encourages citizens to remember Charles A. Poland, Jr. and to thank all public school bus drivers on that date. It does not create new programs or funding.

Who It Affects
Public school bus drivers in Alabama, who are to be recognized and appreciated on January 29.
Alabama citizens and local communities/school systems, who are encouraged to remember the sacrifice and express thanks to bus drivers on that date.

Key Provisions
January 29 is designated each year as Charles A. Poland, Jr., Public School Bus Driver Appreciation Day in Alabama.
Citizens are encouraged to remember the sacrifice of Charles A. Poland, Jr. and to express thanks to all public school bus drivers on that date.

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, Designation