HR489 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Lemak, Lawrence J., commended

Summary

This is a House resolution honoring Dr. Lawrence J. Lemak for his longtime service as Chairman of the Alabama Sports Foundation.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it formally commends Dr. Lemak for his leadership of the Alabama Sports Foundation, notes that he founded the foundation in 1998, and highlights his roles as a renowned orthopedic surgeon, founder of the National Center for Sports Safety, and Medical Director or team physician for various sports organizations and colleges. It acknowledges his work promoting injury prevention and youth-safety education, and recognizes his contributions to Alabama sports, including bringing the 1996 Olympic Soccer Games to Birmingham. The resolution expresses admiration and appreciation for his service.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Lawrence J. Lemak — receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama House.
• Alabama Sports Foundation and the Alabama sports community — gain formal acknowledgement of their leadership and Dr. Lemak's contributions to sports safety, events, and medical leadership in the state.

Key Provisions

• Honors Dr. Lawrence J. Lemak for longtime and continuing service as Chairman of the Alabama Sports Foundation.
• Acknowledges that Dr. Lemak founded the Alabama Sports Foundation in 1998.
• Recognizes Dr. Lemak as a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and founder of the National Center for Sports Safety to promote injury prevention and safety in youth sports.
• Note on Dr. Lemak's roles: Medical Director for MLS, NFL Europe, PGA, LPGA, and UFL; Team Physician for several colleges (e.g., Alabama State University, Miles College, University of Montevallo).
• Highlights his volunteerism and key achievements in Alabama and the Southeast, including instrumental work in bringing the 1996 Olympic Soccer Games to Birmingham.
• States the House’s admiration and appreciation for Dr. Lemak’s service.

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