HJR412 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randall Shedd

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Wallace State Nursing, center of excellence, recognized

Summary

A House joint resolution recognizing Wallace State's Nursing Education program as a National League of Nursing Center of Excellence and honoring its achievements.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally recognizes the Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education as a National League of Nursing Center of Excellence through 2020. It notes that Wallace State is the only Alabama community college with this designation and one of only two colleges/universities in the state to earn the honor. It highlights the department's programs and results, such as outreach activities and high licensure pass rates, and offers best wishes for continued success. The measure is a symbolic commendation and does not change law or provide funding.

Who It Affects

• Wallace State Community College, Department of Nursing Education and its faculty, students, and staff, who are formally recognized and honored for their achievements.
• Alabama's higher education community and the public, who are informed of and can view the state’s recognition of national-level nursing education excellence.

Key Provisions

• Honors and commends Wallace State Community College's Department of Nursing Education as a National League of Nursing Center of Excellence.
• Acknowledges that the designation extends through 2020 and notes Wallace State's unique status within Alabama for this recognition.
• References the department's specific programs and achievements (e.g., Let's Pretend Hospital, Kids on the Block, SWELL, NCLEX pass rates) as part of the justification for recognition.
• Expresses sincere best wishes for continued success in future endeavors.

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