SJR66 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rodger SmithermanSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Tate, Emory, Jr., death mourned

Summary

The Alabama Legislature honors the life and legacy of Emory Tate, Jr. and urges posthumous recognition by chess organizations.

What This Bill Does

The resolution memorializes Emory Tate, Jr., celebrating his life and thanking him for his achievements. It also directs that copies be sent to the World Chess Hall of Fame and the World Chess Foundation, encouraging them to posthumously induct Tate into the Hall of Fame and to award him the Grandmaster title.

Who It Affects

• Emory Tate, Jr.'s family and friends, who receive formal tribute and sympathy.
• World Chess Hall of Fame and the World Chess Foundation, which are provided copies of the resolution and urged to take posthumous honors actions.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved that the Alabama Legislature honors Emory Tate, Jr. and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
• Copies of the resolution shall be provided to the World Chess Hall of Fame and the World Chess Foundation, noting the encouragement to posthumously induct Emory Tate, Jr. into the Hall of Fame and to posthumously award him the Grandmaster title.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence