SJR5 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Cam Ward

Republican

Co-Sponsor

Scott Beason

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Firefighters Museum and Education Center, recognized

Summary

The Alabama Senate and House recognize the Alabama Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Calera as the official state Firefighters Museum and Education Center and urge public support.

What This Bill Does

It designates the Calera museum as the official state Firefighters Museum and Education Center. It describes the museum as a place to safeguard and display firefighting history and to provide education on fire prevention and safety. It honors firefighters and EMTs and their families, and asks citizens to support the museum's development and longevity.

Who It Affects

• Alabama citizens who are urged to take note of the designation and contribute support to the museum.
• Firefighters and EMTs (career and volunteer) and their families, who are honored and recognized for their service and sacrifices.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the Alabama Firefighters Museum and Education Center in Calera, Shelby County, as the official Firefighters Museum and Education Center of the State of Alabama.
• Affirms the museum's role as a resource for fire prevention and life safety education for people of all ages and for visitors from across the state.
• Describes the museum as a place to safeguard and showcase historic firefighting apparatus, tools, uniforms, memorabilia, and stories.
• Urges all citizens to note the designation and contribute generously to the museum's development and longevity.

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