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HJR25 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Session
First Special Session 2016
Title
Bennett, Jim, death mourned
Summary

HJR25 is a joint resolution mourning the death of Jim Bennett and honoring his long public service to Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It records the legislature's deep sadness at his passing and celebrates his life and decades of public service. It acknowledges his roles as Alabama Secretary of State and his other public service positions, and it expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family. It is a ceremonial expression that does not create or change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects
  • Jim Bennett's family and close colleagues, who receive formal recognition and sympathy from the Legislature.
  • Alabama residents and state government, who witness an official tribute recognizing a prominent public servant.
Key Provisions
  • Mourns the death of Jim Bennett and records the death with deep sadness.
  • Celebrates his life and decades of public service to Alabama, including roles as Secretary of State and in other state offices.
  • Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family.
  • Offers the resolution as a ceremonial tribute from both houses of the Legislature.
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

Bill Actions

H

Forwarded to Governor on August 23, 2016 at 3:15 p.m. on August 23, 2016.

H

Assigned Act No. 2016-436.

H

Clerk of the House Certification

H

Enrolled

S

Signature Requested

H

Passed Second House

S

Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

S

Reported from Rules

S

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

H

Mooney motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

H

Introduced

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature