HR57 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

The Alabama House resolution HR57 honors Benjamin R. Hajek for his induction into the Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor and commends his achievements.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes and commends Benjamin R. Hajek for his induction into the Hall of Honor and his Education/Government Award. The text describes his background, including farming roots, military service, advanced degrees at Auburn, and his long career as a professor and researcher in agronomy and soils, along with notable achievements and awards. It states that a copy of the resolution should be presented to him as a public tribute.

Who It Affects

• Benjamin R. Hajek — receives formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama House
• Auburn University, the Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association, and Alabama's agricultural community — indirectly benefit from the public acknowledgement of an alumnus's contributions

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Benjamin R. Hajek for induction into the 2017 Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association Hall of Honor and for the Education/Government Award; directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to him
• Expresses appreciation for Hajek's career and contributions to Auburn University, Alabama's agriculture and forestry industries, and notes the Dr. Ben F. Hajek Endowed Scholarship established in his honor

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