SJR14 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald O. Dial
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Battles, Mike, commended
Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 14 formally commends Coach Mike Battles for his induction into the 2014 Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame and recognizes his coaching achievements.
What This Bill Does
The bill publicly honors Coach Mike Battles for being inducted into the 2014 Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame. It highlights his long career, including his time at Handley High School, his 85 wins there, his 277 career wins, and his status as the all-time winningest coach at Walter Wellborn High School, and it offers best wishes for his continued success. This is a ceremonial recognition by the Alabama Legislature, not a new law or policy.

Who It Affects
Coach Mike Battles — receives formal commendation and public recognition for his achievements.
Handley High School students, staff, and the wider Alabama high school sports community — benefit from the public celebration of a successful coach and role model.

Key Provisions
Provision 1: The Legislature commends and congratulates Coach Mike Battles on being inducted into the 2014 Class of the Alabama High School Sports Hall of Fame and extends best wishes for continued success.
Provision 2: The resolution notes his 40-season head coaching career, 277 career wins (including 85 at Handley High School), and his status as Walter Wellborn High School's all-time winningest coach, recognizing his impact on student-athletes and the community.

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, Congratulatory