HJR169 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Hawkins, Lakiesha Vessel, professional achievement, commended

Summary

HJR169 is a House joint resolution that commends Lakiesha Vessel Hawkins for extraordinary professional achievement and service with NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally express the Alabama Legislature's admiration and best wishes for Lakiesha Hawkins. It highlights her role as a team lead in dynamic loads and data analysis, her Mechanical Engineering degree from Florida A&M University and MS in Engineering Management from the University of South Florida, and the work her team does to support NASA and other agencies. It is ceremonial and does not change laws, duties, or funding.

Who It Affects

• Lakiesha Vessel Hawkins – receives formal commendation and esteem from the Alabama Legislature for her professional achievement.
• Alabama public and the NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center community – gained recognition of the state's appreciation for leadership in STEM and space-related work.

Key Provisions

• Commends Lakiesha Vessel Hawkins for extraordinary professional achievement and service.
• Acknowledges her role as team lead in dynamic loads and data analysis at the Marshall Space Flight Center and her educational background in mechanical engineering and engineering management.
• Recognizes the broader work of her team in supporting NASA and other agencies, including Space Launch System core stage, booster, and engine development.
• Expresses the Legislature's highest esteem and best wishes in her continuing endeavors.

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