HR56 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Bigsby BoydRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Scott, Mary Lee Williams, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama House passed a ceremonial resolution mourning and honoring the life of Mary Lee Williams Scott.

What This Bill Does

It pays tribute to her life and notes her contributions to family and community. It describes her as a foster parent, surrogate mother to Talladega College students, a church volunteer and kitchen committee member, and a member of the local NAACP, as well as her work at several local employers. It expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends.

Who It Affects

• Mary Lee Williams Scott's family and friends receive public tribute and heartfelt sympathy from the House.
• The Talladega community and institutions she served (her church, Talladega College-connected students, the church's kitchen committee, and the local NAACP chapter) are publicly honored for her generosity and service.

Key Provisions

• The House offers a high tribute to Mary Lee Williams Scott's inspiring legacy and mourns her death.
• The House extends heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends.
• The resolution acknowledges and highlights her life and community service, including foster parenting, support for Talladega College students, church volunteer work, NAACP membership, and her employment with local businesses.

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, Condolence