HR185 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara DrummondRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Tyus, Philip Sylvester, Sr., death mourned

Summary

HR185 is a House resolution mourning the death of Philip Sylvester Tyus, Sr., and honoring his life and community service.

What This Bill Does

The bill publicly mourns the death of Philip Tyus, Sr., and honors his life and contributions. It recognizes his career as a Marketing and Sales Executive at Scott Paper Company and his leadership with 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile, Inc., along with his various community affiliations. It also offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends and acknowledges his impact on the Mobile community.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Philip Sylvester Tyus, Sr., who receive public condolences and acknowledgment of his legacy
• Mobile community and organizations he served or was affiliated with (e.g., 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile, Alpha Phi Alpha, Mobile County Democratic Party, Mobile Area Education Foundation Board, Mobile County Industrial Development Board, U.J. Robinson Memorial Center Board), which are recognized for his contributions

Key Provisions

• Declares mourning for the death of Philip Sylvester Tyus, Sr., and acknowledges his life and impact
• Notes his professional roles and community leadership (Scott Paper Company, 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile, and various affiliations)
• Extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and survivors and expresses gratitude for his life
• Becomes an official memorial tribute by the Alabama House of Representatives to be recorded in official proceedings

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, Condolence