HR56 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Greg Burdine

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Nelson, Larry, death mourned

Summary

HR56 is a House resolution mourning the death of Dr. Larry Nelson and honoring his life and service.

What This Bill Does

It records Dr. Larry Nelson’s death and expresses the House’s deep sadness and sympathy for his family. It honors his work as a longtime University of North Alabama educator who taught history courses such as United States History, United States Constitutional History, Recent United States History, History of the South, and History of Religion, and who led Bible studies and counseled students. It notes his role in the community and his impact beyond the classroom. It declares the House’s highest tribute to his life and offers sympathy to his survivors.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Larry Nelson's immediate family (wife Verlie Nelson, son Pete Nelson, daughter Julia Nelson Strickland, and three grandchildren) who receive formal condolences.
• Students, colleagues, the University of North Alabama community, and Alabama residents who were touched by his teaching and community involvement.

Key Provisions

• Records the death of Dr. Larry Nelson with deep sadness.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his survivors: Verlie Nelson, Pete Nelson, Julia Nelson Strickland, and three grandchildren.
• Recognizes his long service at the University of North Alabama, where he taught multiple history subjects and led Bible studies and student guidance.
• Be it resolved that the Alabama House offers the highest tribute to his life.

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, Condolence