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SJR56 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2014
Title
Hillburn, Nicholas, commended
Summary

SJR56 is a state Senate joint resolution that commends Nicholas Hilburn for his courage and athletic ability in apprehending a fleeing purse-snatcher in Birmingham.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution publicly honors Nicholas Hilburn for his actions, stating the legislature’s high regard for his courage and quick thinking. It directs that a copy of the resolution be given to him as a symbol of esteem. The resolution serves as ceremonial recognition and does not create or change any laws or funding.

Who It Affects
  • Nicholas Hilburn — receives a formal commendation from the Alabama Legislature for his courageous actions.
  • Alabama residents/public — benefit from a public record recognizing civic bravery, which can serve as a positive example of commendable conduct.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Nicholas Hilburn for selfless courage and athletic ability in tackling a purse-snatcher in flight at The Summit in Birmingham on February 17, 2014.
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Nicholas Hilburn as evidence of the esteem in which he is held.
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

Bill Actions

H

Assigned Act No. 2014-102.

H

Signature Requested

S

Enrolled

S

Passed Second House

H

McCutcheon motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

H

Reported from Rules

H

Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

S

Waggoner motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

S

Reported from Rules

S

Introduced and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature