SJR73 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 25, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Shadrack McGill Clay Scofield Gerald H. Allen Scott Beason Linda Coleman-Madison Tammy Irons Paul Sanford Gerald O. Dial George M. “Marc” Keahey Rodger Smitherman Tom Whatley Phillip W. Williams Vivian Davis Figures Bobby D. Singleton Cam Ward Dick Brewbaker Jimmy Holley Bill Holtzclaw Greg J. Reed Hank Sanders Harri Anne Smith J.T. Waggoner William “Bill” M. Beasley Mark Slade Blackwell Rusty Glover Del Marsh Trip Pittman Jerry L. Fielding Quinton Ross Bryan Taylor Roger Bedford, Jr.Paul Bussman Priscilla Dunn Bill Hightower
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Roberts, Senator Tommy Ed, death mourned
Summary: SJR73 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution mourning the death of former Alabama Senator Tommy Ed Roberts and paying tribute to his life and service.
What This Bill Does
It formally expresses the Legislature's condolences and gratitude for Roberts' life and public service. It memorializes Roberts by sharing biographical details and recognizing his community involvement. It lists his survivors and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. The resolution is adopted by both houses and becomes part of the official state record.

Who It Affects
Tommy Ed Roberts' immediate family and survivors (wife, son, daughter, stepmother, sister and brother-in-law, and six grandchildren) who receive formal tribute and condolences.
The Alabama Legislature and state residents, who gain an official public record recognizing Roberts' public service and his impact on the community.

Key Provisions
Expresses mourning and pays tribute to former Senator Tommy Ed Roberts.
Recites Roberts' biographical details and notes his years of public service and community involvement.
Extends heartfelt sympathy to his survivors and family members named in the resolution.
Concurred by both the Senate and the House, adopted as an official resolution, and certified by the Secretary.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Condolence