HJR175 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Showers, Richard, commended

Summary

A ceremonial joint resolution commending Dr. Richard Showers for his long service on the Huntsville City Council and directing that he receive a copy of the resolution.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill formally honors Dr. Richard Showers for 28 years of service on the Huntsville City Council and notes his prior 36-year career as an educator. It recognizes his leadership and community contributions and expresses admiration and best wishes for his future endeavors. It directs that a copy of the resolution be given to him as a public acknowledgment from the Alabama Legislature.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Richard Showers – will receive formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• Residents of District 1, Huntsville – benefit indirectly from the acknowledgment of his long service to their district.
• Huntsville community and City Council – acknowledged for Dr. Showers's contributions and honored by the resolution.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: The Legislature formally honors and commends Dr. Richard Showers for 28 years of service to the Huntsville City Council and for his long career in education.
• Provision 2: The Legislature directs that Dr. Showers receive a copy of the resolution in deepest admiration and appreciation for his service to District 1 residents.
• Provision 3: The resolution extends sincere best wishes for continued success in Dr. Showers's future endeavors and notes the concurrence of both houses.

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, Congratulatory