SJR52 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tim MelsonSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

McTier, Caitlin, receiving a Prudential Spirit of Community Award, commended

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 52 commends Caitlin McTier of Sylacauga for receiving the 2016 Prudential Spirit of Community Award and highlights her volunteer work, including her Caitlin's Cubby hunger-prevention program.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes Caitlin McTier for national recognition of her volunteer service. It notes her partnership with Alabama Childhood Food Solutions and her 'Caitlin's Cubby' program that provides weekend backpacks with food, including the $5,000 raised to fund the backpacks. It states the resolution is a ceremonial expression of congratulations from the Alabama Legislature and offers best wishes for her continued success.

Who It Affects

• Caitlin McTier—receives formal commendation for her volunteer work and award recognition.
• Alabama communities and youth volunteers—recognized and encouraged to continue community service through Caitlin's example.

Key Provisions

• Commends Caitlin McTier for receiving the 2016 Prudential Spirit of Community Award and acknowledges her exemplary volunteer service.
• Recognizes her collaboration with Alabama Childhood Food Solutions and the creation of Caitlin's Cubby, a hunger-prevention program that provides backpacks with food for the weekends, and notes that she raised $5,000 to fund the program.
• Notes Caitlin is a junior at Sylacauga High School and emphasizes the importance of young volunteers to Alabama's communities and overall well-being.
• Declares the resolution as a ceremonial gesture of congratulations from the Legislature, with best wishes for Caitlin's continued success and happiness.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory