HJR174 Alabama 2017 Session
Summary
- Primary Sponsor
Danny GarrettRepresentativeRepublican- Session
- Regular Session 2017
- Title
- Mount Joy Baptist Church, 160th Anniversary, commended
- Summary
A House Joint Resolution commends Mount Joy Baptist Church in Trussville on its 160th anniversary and offers the Legislature's praise.
What This Bill DoesIt recognizes Mount Joy Baptist Church as the oldest African American church in Jefferson County and notes its growth, including a new Joyland facility seating 350. It extends the Legislature's highest commendation to the church and directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered with sincere praise and tribute.
Who It Affects- Mount Joy Baptist Church and its members, who receive formal commendation for the 160th anniversary
- The local community in Trussville and Jefferson County, which publicly recognizes the church's history and contributions
Key ProvisionsAI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.- Recognition of Mount Joy Baptist Church on its 160th anniversary with the Legislature's highest commendation
- Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided with sincere praise and tribute
- Subjects
- Resolutions, Congratulatory
Bill Actions
Forwarded to Governor on March 16, 2017 at 1:17 p.m. on March 16, 2017.
Assigned Act No. 2017-115 on 03/29/2017.
Clerk of the House Certification
Enrolled
Signature Requested
Passed Second House
Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote
Reported from Rules
Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules
Boothe motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote
Reported from Rules
Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules
Bill Text
Documents
Source: Alabama Legislature