SJR29 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Trip Pittman
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Scalia, Antonin Gregory, death mourned
Summary: SJR29 is a ceremonial Alabama resolution mourning the death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and paying tribute to his life and legacy, with no legal changes.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the bill formally mourns Justice Scalia's death and expresses Alabama's gratitude for his contributions. It includes a biographical summary of his life, career, and judicial philosophy as an advocate of originalism. It is presented as a formal tribute adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature, with no changes to state law.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents and readers who will see a formal public mourning and tribute to Justice Scalia.
Members of the Alabama Legislature who adopt and display the memorial resolution as the state's official tribute.

Key Provisions
Mourns the death of Justice Antonin Scalia and expresses gratitude for his contributions to the nation and state.
Provides a biographical summary of Scalia's life, education, career, and his judicial philosophy of originalism.
Declares that the resolution is an official tribute adopted by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature.

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