HR224 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris EnglandRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Cunningham, James, commended

Summary

The Alabama House commends James 'Coach' Cunningham for his dedicated service and contributions to youth and the community.

What This Bill Does

This resolution formally recognizes and congratulates James 'Coach' Cunningham for his coaching leadership and community contributions. It notes his 42 years of coaching youth and his efforts to break racial barriers in county youth sports, and states that he will be honored by the YMCA. The resolution expresses appreciation from the House but does not create new laws or require action beyond recognition.

Who It Affects

• James 'Coach' Cunningham — receives formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama House.
• Youth, families, and community members in Northport, Tuscaloosa County, and the broader Alabama community who benefit from his leadership and contributions to youth sports and community service.

Key Provisions

• Commends James 'Coach' Cunningham for exceptional contributions to youth and the community.
• Recognizes his 42 years of coaching youth baseball, basketball, and football in local programs and his role in integrating county youth sports.
• Acknowledges his service in public roles (Tuscaloosa City Council District 1, McDonald Hughes Center, Parks and Recreation Authority) and his church involvement.
• States that the House heartily commends him; the bill is ceremonial and does not alter laws or allocate funds.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory