SJR49 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Bill Hightower
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Bill Holtzclaw Tammy Irons Jimmy Holley Paul Sanford Rodger Smitherman Linda Coleman-Madison Jerry L. Fielding Arthur Orr Tom Whatley Phillip W. Williams Gerald O. Dial Vivian Davis Figures George M. “Marc” Keahey Greg J. Reed Harri Anne Smith Scott Beason Clay Scofield Bryan Taylor Mark Slade Blackwell Priscilla Dunn Trip Pittman Hank Sanders Cam Ward Gerald H. Allen William “Bill” M. Beasley Dick Brewbaker Paul Bussman Rusty Glover Del Marsh Quinton Ross Bobby D. Singleton Roger Bedford, Jr.Shadrack McGill J.T. Waggoner
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Pledge of Allegiance, 60th anniversary of the addition of the phrase under God, recognized
Summary: SJR49 commemorates the 60th anniversary of adding 'under God' to the Pledge of Allegiance and encourages posting its history in Alabama public spaces.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes 2014 as the 60th anniversary of the phrase 'under God' being added to the Pledge. It emphasizes Judeo-Christian principles as part of America's founding. It urges that the history of this anniversary be posted in schools and public buildings. It is a symbolic resolution and does not create new laws or enforce requirements.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents, including students and the general public, who may encounter commemorative postings in schools and public buildings
School and public building administrators responsible for displaying the commemorative information
Capitol Press Corp and Alabama media recipients who receive copies of the resolution

Key Provisions
Commemorates the year 2014 as the 60th anniversary of the addition of 'under God' to the Pledge of Allegiance
Stresses that America was founded on Judeo-Christian principles
Encourages posting the history of the anniversary in schools and public buildings
Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to the Capitol Press Corp

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