SJR111 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bill Holtzclaw

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Roger Bedford, Jr.Cam WardJerry L. FieldingHarri Anne SmithGerald O. DialGerald H. Allen

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag, recognized

Summary

SJR111 formally recognizes the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag as the official symbol of Alabama's Vietnamese-American community.

What This Bill Does

It designates the Heritage and Freedom Flag as the official symbol of the Vietnamese-American community in Alabama. It acknowledges the community's contributions to the state's cultural, religious, political, and business life. It notes the flag is yellow with three red stripes and is a symbol of resilience, freedom, and democracy, and it affirms the community's efforts to promote freedom and democracy in Vietnam.

Who It Affects

• Vietnamese-Americans living in Alabama whose community flag is officially recognized as the symbol
• All Alabama residents who recognize the cultural diversity and contributions of the Vietnamese-American community and its symbolic flag

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the Vietnamese Heritage and Freedom Flag as the official symbol of the Vietnamese-American community in Alabama
• Affirms the Vietnamese-American community's efforts to promote freedom and democracy in Vietnam
• References the flag's symbolism as a symbol of resilience, freedom, and democracy and its display alongside the U.S. flag as part of the community's expression

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, Legislative