HJR19 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jack Williams

Republican

Session

Second Special Session 2015

Title

Clark, Bill, UAB football coach, commended

Summary

A resolution commending UAB football, coach Bill Clark, and supporters, and urging a smooth transition to FBS with a multi-year contract for Clark.

What This Bill Does

The bill recognizes UAB football's 2014 success, including a 6-6 season, bowl eligibility, higher attendance, and Coach of the Year honors, and it thanks the City of Birmingham and local supporters. It then asks the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees to ensure a smooth transition of UAB's football program to the Football Bowl Subdivision and to approve a multi-year contract for Coach Bill Clark.

Who It Affects

• UAB football program and the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees – urged to manage the transition to FBS and consider approving a multi-year contract for Coach Bill Clark
• City of Birmingham and local business community – recognized for their support and encouraged to continue backing UAB football, benefiting the local area

Key Provisions

• Acknowledges UAB football's 2014 achievements (6-6 record, bowl eligibility, 45-24 win over Southern Mississippi, 130% attendance increase, Coach of the Year for Bill Clark)
• Encourages the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees to ensure a smooth transition of UAB football to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS)
• Encourages approval of a multi-year contract for Coach Bill Clark
• Commends support from the City of Birmingham and its business community for UAB football

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