HJR7 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Mack Morrow

Democrat

Session

First Special Session 2015

Title

Russellville City School Engineers, commended

Summary

HJR7 is a formal resolution that commends Russellville City School Engineers for winning the 2015 International Rocketry Challenge at the Paris Air Show.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution would publicly recognize and honor the Russellville City School Engineers for their achievement, praising their design, build, and launch performance, and listing their team members. It expresses admiration and best wishes for their continued success and states that the commendation is offered with appreciation. It does not change any laws or create new obligations.

Who It Affects

• The Russellville City School Engineers student team (and their captain and teammates) who are formally recognized and commended by the Alabama Legislature.
• The broader Alabama educational and Russellville community, which is publicly acknowledged for promoting science, technology, engineering, and math and may be inspired by this achievement.

Key Provisions

• Commends and honors the Russellville City School Engineers for winning the International Rocketry Challenge at the 2015 Paris Air Show.
• Notes their winning score of 49.53, altitude of 824 feet, and the winning presentation on their rocket design.
• Names team members: Andrew Heath (captain); Christian Ruiz, Niles Butts, Katie Burns, Evan Swinney, Cady Studdard, and Chelsea Suddith.
• States the legislature’s deep admiration and appreciation and offers sincere 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