HJR57 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Bigsby BoydRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, AKA Day at the Capitol, recognized

Summary

A resolution by the Alabama Legislature recognizing Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and commemorating AKA Day at the Capitol.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally acknowledges the sorority's mission and community service, and it commends and welcomes its leaders during the AKA Day at the Capitol. It highlights the sorority's contributions to education, civil rights, and community service, and expresses pride in recognizing their work. It also directs that copies of the resolution be given to specific sorority leaders.

Who It Affects

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (and its leaders/members) — receives formal commendation and is welcomed at the Capitol.
• Alabama residents and the state government — see a ceremonial acknowledgment of the sorority's service and its leadership during AKA Day at the Capitol.

Key Provisions

• Commend Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and welcome its leaders to the Capitol for the AKA Day at the Capitol.
• Provide copies of the resolution to the sorority for presentation to AKA South Eastern Representative Dr. Sharon Shaw-McEwen, AKA International President Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, the AKA International Connection Committee, and the AKA South Eastern Regional Director Mary B. Conner.

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