HR302 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mike Hubbard
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Shakespeare Day in Alabama, April 23, 2016, recognized
Summary: HR302 designates April 23, 2016 as World Shakespeare Day in Alabama and encourages statewide observance.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death and designates April 23, 2016 as World Shakespeare Day in Alabama. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented for display by the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts with the First Folio, and it encourages observance of the occasion throughout the state. It also notes related Legacy 400 activities, including the First Folio traveling to Alabama in October 2016.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents and state/local cultural institutions, who are encouraged to observe World Shakespeare Day and engage in related activities.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and the First Folio organizers, which will display the First Folio in Alabama and receive a copy of the resolution for display.

Key Provisions
Recognizes April 23, 2016 as World Shakespeare Day in Alabama.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented for display by the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts with the First Folio.
Encourages observance of the occasion throughout the State of Alabama.
Notes related Legacy 400 initiatives and that the First Folio is scheduled to travel to Alabama in October 2016.

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