HJR207 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Chris PringleRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Golf Day, April 11, 2017, Named
Summary: The Alabama Legislature designates April 11, 2017 as Golf Day in Alabama and urges people to observe it.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes golf as a significant part of Alabama’s economy, noting its direct economic impact of over $808 million and its role in tourism. It commends golf-related organizations and groups in Alabama, and it encourages observance of Golf Day across the state.

Who It Affects
Golf industry organizations, professionals, and businesses in Alabama, who are recognized and commended for their contributions.
Alabama residents and visitors, who are encouraged to observe Golf Day and may benefit from golf-related tourism and activity.

Key Provisions
Recognizes April 11, 2017 as Golf Day in Alabama and urges observance statewide.
Acknowledges golf's direct economic impact of over $808 million and its role in tourism, employment, and related activities; commends organizations such as the Alabama Golf Association, Alabama Golf Course Superintendents Association, the Dixie Section of the PGA, the Alabama Club Managers Association, and the RTJ Trail.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Designation

Delivered to Governor at 9:40 a.m. on April 13, 2017.

Enrolled

Assigned Act No. 2017-152.

Signature Requested

Enrolled

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

Clerk of the House Certification

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules