HJR135 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Victor Gaston
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: University of South Alabama, 4-year National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Education and Cyber Defense, recognized
Summary: The Alabama Legislature recognizes the University of South Alabama for its redesignation as a four-year National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and Cyber Defense.
What This Bill Does
The resolution formally recognizes the University of South Alabama's redesignation as a four-year National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and Cyber Defense. It notes that this status comes from the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security, with support from the National Science Foundation, to promote education and research to protect the nation's information infrastructure. It also highlights USA's related programs and commits to sending an official copy of the resolution and extending best wishes to those involved.

Who It Affects
University of South Alabama - gains formal recognition and prestige for its cyber security education and research programs.
State of Alabama and the nation - benefit from acknowledged leadership in cyber security education and workforce development.

Key Provisions
Recognition of the University of South Alabama's redesignation as a four-year National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education and Cyber Defense (covering 2014-2021).
Directive to prepare an official copy of the resolution for the university and convey best regards to all associated with the program.

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, Legislative