HR365 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randy Davis

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

General Federation of Women's Clubs, commended

Summary

The Alabama House resolution HR365 commends the General Federation of Women's Clubs for its 125th anniversary and long history of service.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes and congratulates the GFWC, summarizes its founding and charter dates, and highlights its broad volunteer work and impact on national initiatives. It notes the organization’s involvement in major policies and programs, including libraries and laws related to violence and pay equity. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or fund programs.

Who It Affects

• Members and affiliates of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, including the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs, who are publicly recognized.
• Residents of Alabama and communities that benefit from the GFWC’s volunteer work and its domestic violence awareness and prevention efforts.

Key Provisions

• Commends the General Federation of Women's Clubs on its 125th anniversary and provides best wishes for the future.
• Acknowledges GFWC's founding in 1890 and chartering in 1901 by President McKinley and the U.S. Congress, as well as its global membership and volunteer mission.
• Highlights GFWC's historical contributions to national efforts, such as child labor laws, the Pure Food and Drug Act, the creation of the National Park Service, the establishment of many public libraries, and advocacy related to the Violence Against Women Act and the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
• Notes the signature project of Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention.
• Includes recognition of the Alabama federation and its leadership, including 6.7 million volunteer hours in 2014 and 100,000 current members under International President Babs J. Condon.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory