HJR46 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mac McCutcheon

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Hajek, Benjamin F., inducted into the Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor, commended

Summary

House Joint Resolution recognizing and commending Benjamin R. Hajek for induction into the Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor.

What This Bill Does

This ceremonial resolution recognizes Benjamin R. Hajek for being inducted into the 2017 Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor and for receiving the Education/Government Award. It details Hajek’s background and achievements in agriculture, including his military service, education, Auburn career as a professor of agronomy and soils, and notable successes in soils judging competitions and professional awards. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to him in highest tribute; there are no changes to existing law.

Who It Affects

• Benjamin R. Hajek — receives formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama Legislature for his induction and award.
• Auburn University, its Agricultural Alumni Association, and Alabama's agricultural community — benefit from public acknowledgment of Hajek’s contributions and the prestige associated with the Hall of Honor.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Benjamin R. Hajek for induction into the 2017 Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor and for receiving the Education/Government Award.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Hajek in highest tribute.
• Provides biographical context and achievements of Hajek (military service, education, Auburn career in agronomy and soils, soils classification and clay mineralogy, national championships in soils judging, awards, retirement as Professor Emeritus, ongoing service, and the Dr. Ben F. Hajek Endowed Scholarship established in his honor).

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory