HJR442 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Penn, Evelyn Hill, outstanding personal achievement, commended

Summary

A House Joint Resolution would officially commend Evelyn Hill Penn for her outstanding, historic contributions to NASA and Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally honor Evelyn Hill Penn for her contributions to NASA. It notes her 36+ years as an aerospace engineer and that she was among the original women at Marshall Space Flight Center who worked on the shuttle propulsion, including being interviewed for Hidden Figures. It also recognizes her Alabama roots and education, and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to her as a tribute.

Who It Affects

• Evelyn Hill Penn — receives formal public recognition and a copy of the resolution.
• Alabama residents and the state — publicly acknowledges a native’s achievements in STEM and national space work, which can inspire others.

Key Provisions

• Honors Evelyn Hill Penn for her outstanding and historic contributions to NASA.
• Recognizes her more than 36 years of service as an aerospace engineer at NASA and her role as one of the original women at Marshall Space Flight Center who worked on the shuttle propulsion, including her connection to Hidden Figures.
• acknowledges her Alabama roots, including graduating from Tennessee Valley High School (Class of 1969) and earning a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Alabama A&M University.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Mrs. Evelyn Hill Penn in highest tribute.

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