HJR372 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Artis McCampbellRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Holmes, Representative Alvin, commended

Summary

A formal House resolution commends Representative Alvin Holmes for his longtime service and recognizes him as a Lifetime Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill would officially commend Rep. Alvin Holmes for his service to Kappa Alpha Psi and the Alabama House. It notes his educational background and long tenure in the state legislature, and it serves as a ceremonial gesture of admiration and best wishes for his continued success. It does not create new laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Representative Alvin Holmes: receives a formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated: acknowledged within the resolution as Holmes's lifetime membership and highlighted by the legislature.

Key Provisions

• Commends Representative Alvin Holmes for his distinguished record of service to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated and recognizes him as a Lifetime Member.
• Recognizes Holmes' educational background (BS, MEd, MA from Alabama State University; OIC from the University of Pennsylvania; LLD from Jones School of Law) and his long-standing service in the Alabama House since 1974.
• Notes Holmes' involvement with other organizations (Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church, State Democratic Executive Committee, Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Montgomery Improvement Association, NAACP).
• States that the House and Senate concurring express admiration and best wishes for continued success.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory