HJR224 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Isaac Whorton
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Lanett High School Boys Basketball Team, commended
Summary: A House Joint Resolution that formally commends Lanett High School’s 2016 boys basketball team for winning the AHSAA Class 2A State Championship and directs a copy of the resolution to be given to the coach for display.
What This Bill Does
It officially recognizes Lanett High School Boys Basketball Team for winning the 2016 AHSAA Class 2A State Championship. It notes this as the team's first state title and first for coach Richard Carter, highlights the 29-6 season and 73-48 championship game victory over St. Luke's Episcopal, and directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Coach Carter for display with best wishes for future success.

Who It Affects
Lanett High School Boys Basketball Team — receives formal recognition and commendation for winning the state championship.
Coach Richard Carter — receives a copy of the resolution for display and is acknowledged as the team's coach.

Key Provisions
Commends Lanett High School Boys Basketball Team for winning the 2016 AHSAA Class 2A State Boys Basketball Championship, noting it is the team's first state championship and the coach's first as well.
Sets out that the team had a 29-6 season and defeated St. Luke's Episcopal 73-48 in the final game.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Coach Richard Carter for appropriate display and extends best wishes for future 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