HR326 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Marcel Black

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Newsome, Ozzie, outstanding achievements, commended

Summary

HR326 is a House resolution that recognizes Ozzie Newsome for outstanding integrity, character, and lifetime achievements and commends him.

What This Bill Does

The Alabama House formally recognizes Ozzie Newsome for his integrity, character, and lifetime achievements. It highlights his athletic success in high school and college, his NFL career with the Browns, the awards he earned, and his pioneering role as the NFL's first Black general manager, including his influence with the Baltimore Ravens' two Super Bowl championships. It expresses high commendations and best wishes for his ongoing success.

Who It Affects

• Ozzie Newsome receives formal commendation and recognition as a native Alabamian.
• Alabama residents and the state legislature observe the recognition, which may reflect positively on the state and its people.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Ozzie Newsome for outstanding integrity, character, and lifetime achievements.
• Notes his athletic success in Colbert County and at the University of Alabama, and his NFL career and awards (Ed Block Courage Award, Byron 'Whizzer' White NFL Man of the Year, Hall of Fame inductions).
• Acknowledges his role as the first Black general manager in NFL history and his part in the Baltimore Ravens' two Super Bowl championships.
• Extends the state's highest commendations and best wishes for Newsome's continued success.

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