HJR87 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alvin Holmes

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

House of Representatives, clerk, authorized to hang portrait of Mrs. Rosa Parks in Alabama State House

Summary

A House resolution authorizes the Clerk of the Alabama House of Representatives to permanently display a portrait of Rosa Parks in a prominent area of the Alabama State House under the Clerk’s control.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Clerk would have the authority to hang and maintain an appropriate portrait of Rosa Parks in a permanent, prominent location within the Alabama State House. The portrait would be located in an area under the Clerk’s control. The resolution also requires that a copy be delivered to the Clerk to communicate the Legislature’s interest in the matter.

Who It Affects

• Clerk of the Alabama House of Representatives — authorized to permanently display and maintain Rosa Parks' portrait in a State House area under the Clerk's control.
• Alabama State House staff, legislators, and visitors — will have a permanent, prominent Rosa Parks portrait on display for public viewing.

Key Provisions

• Authorizes the Clerk to permanently display an appropriate portrait of Mrs. Rosa Parks in a permanent and prominent place in the Alabama State House that is under the Clerk's control.
• Requires a copy of the resolution to be delivered to the Clerk of the House of Representatives to communicate the Legislature's interest.

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, Miscellaneous