HJR5 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Mack Morrow

Democrat

Session

First Special Session 2015

Title

Russellville City School Engineers, commended

Summary

A House Joint Resolution commends the Russellville City School Engineers for winning the 2015 International Rocketry Challenge at the Paris Air Show and offers best wishes for their continued success.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution formally recognizes and congratulates the Russellville City School Engineers for their achievement. It notes that the competition required teams to design, build, and launch rockets under strict criteria and cites the team's score, altitude, and winning presentation. It is a symbolic gesture that does not change laws or provide funding.

Who It Affects

• Russellville City School Engineers (the student team) receive formal commendation and recognition for their achievement.
• The Russellville City School community and Alabama's educational community gain public acknowledgment and pride from the recognition.

Key Provisions

• Commends the Russellville City School Engineers for winning the International Rocketry Challenge at the 2015 Paris Air Show.
• Notes the competition required designing, building, and launching rockets under strict criteria.
• States the team earned a winning score of 49.53, reached an altitude of 824 feet, and delivered the winning presentation on their rocket design.
• Names the team members: Andrew Heath (captain), Christian Ruiz, Niles Butts, Katie Burns, Evan Swinney, Cady Studdard, Chelsea Suddith.
• Expresses deepest admiration and appreciation and extends best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory