HR391 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan Boothe

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Long, John M., commended

Summary

HR391 is a House resolution that commends Dr. John M. Long for distinguished service to Troy University, the City of Troy, Alabama, and the international marching band community.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes Dr. John M. Long for his long career and leadership roles, including founding the Sound of the South Marching Band and serving as director of bands and dean at Troy University. It notes that Troy University has built a new John M. Long Hall to replace the original 1976 building and will dedicate it at a ceremony. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's appreciation.

Who It Affects

• Dr. John M. Long — the individual being commended for his service and leadership in music at Troy University and in Alabama.
• Troy University and the Alabama marching band community — receive national recognition for Long's work, and the university honors him with a new John M. Long Hall on campus.

Key Provisions

• Commends Dr. John M. Long for distinguished service to Troy University, the State of Alabama, and the international marching band community, highlighting his roles and achievements.
• States that Troy University has constructed a new John M. Long Hall on the Troy Campus to replace the original hall and will dedicate it in a formal ceremony; directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Dr. Long as evidence of the Legislature's appreciation.

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