SJR47 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald H. AllenSenator
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Paul Bussman Gerald O. Dial Bill Holtzclaw George M. “Marc” Keahey Greg J. Reed Quinton Ross Hank Sanders Clay Scofield Roger Bedford, Jr.Dick Brewbaker Bryan Taylor Scott Beason Priscilla Dunn Rusty Glover Jimmy Holley J.T. Waggoner Tom Whatley Linda Coleman-Madison Bill Hightower Del Marsh Arthur Orr Mark Slade Blackwell Jerry L. Fielding Bobby D. Singleton Harri Anne Smith Phillip W. Williams William “Bill” M. Beasley Vivian Davis Figures Tammy Irons Shadrack McGill Paul Sanford Cam Ward Trip Pittman Rodger Smitherman
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Alabama Geological Society, commended
Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 47 commends the Alabama Geological Society for 50 years of service and recognizes its contributions to geology in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, it formally honors the Alabama Geological Society, acknowledges its founding and 50th anniversary, and extends best wishes for continued success. It highlights the society's role in promoting geology, sharing scientific knowledge, and supporting education, ethics, and public appreciation of geological science. The resolution notes the society's activities like annual field trips and workshops that educate geologists, students, and practitioners.

Who It Affects
Alabama Geological Society and its members receive formal commendation and recognition.
People of Alabama benefit from the society's work through improved understanding of geology and the promotion of natural-resource education and stewardship.

Key Provisions
Expresses highest commendation to the Alabama Geological Society for 50 years of service and recognizes its founding in 1963 and charter in 1964.
Acknowledges the society's role in promoting geology as a profession and science, sharing knowledge, fostering ethics, and encouraging public appreciation of geology.
Notes the society's annual field trips, specialized workshops, and continuing education programs for geologists, students, and practitioners.
Extends best wishes for continued success and formal recognition by the Legislature.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory