SJR13 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rodger SmithermanSenator

Democrat

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Southern Research, 75th anniversary, recognized

Summary

SJR13 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution recognizing Southern Research's 75th anniversary and commending its scientific and economic contributions to Alabama.

What This Bill Does

The resolution publicly honors Southern Research, founded in 1941, for its 75-year history of scientific work and public service in Alabama. It highlights the organization's work in drug discovery and development, energy and environment, medical devices, and vaccine research, including seven FDA-approved anticancer drugs. It notes partnerships with the Alabama Drug Discovery Alliance and efforts in fighting diseases such as HIV/AIDS and Zika, as well as defense and space-related engineering work, and its role in job creation and economic development in Alabama. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or obligations.

Who It Affects

• Southern Research — receives official recognition and ceremonial commendation for its 75th anniversary and achievements.
• Alabama residents and economy — may benefit from the recognition of Southern Research's contributions and its ongoing research and partnerships that support job creation and economic development.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Recognizes Southern Research's founding in 1941 and its 75-year history of scientific and engineering work.
• Provision 2: Acknowledges achievements across multiple fields, including drug discovery, drug development, engineering, energy and environment, and medical devices, with specific note of seven FDA-approved anticancer drugs.
• Provision 3: Highlights collaborations and impact, such as the Alabama Drug Discovery Alliance, work in HIV/AIDS and mosquito-borne diseases, Zika response, and defense/space-related engineering projects.
• Provision 4: Concludes with a formal congratulations and best wishes for continued scientific and engineering excellence for the next 75 years, adopted by both chambers.

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