HJR70 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Johnny Mack Morrow

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Red Bay Hospital, 50 years of service, recognized

Summary

A House Joint Resolution recognizing Red Bay Hospital for 50 years of service to the Red Bay community and surrounding areas.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally commends Red Bay Hospital on its 50th anniversary and acknowledges its role in the community. It notes the hospital’s designation as a Critical Access Hospital since 2005, which helps ensure access to quality healthcare within a reasonable distance. It states the hospital is nonprofit and owned/operated by the Colbert County-Northwest Alabama Health Care Authority and emphasizes a commitment to cost-effective care for all. The resolution also mentions the hospital’s new logo and offers admiration and best wishes for future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Red Bay Hospital and its staff receive formal recognition for 50 years of service.
• Residents of Red Bay and surrounding Northwest Alabama and Northeast Mississippi communities continue to benefit from local access to healthcare, supported by the hospital's Critical Access Hospital status.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Red Bay Hospital for 50 years of service to the Red Bay community and surrounding areas.
• Notes Red Bay Hospital’s Critical Access Hospital designation since 2005 by the State of Alabama and the CMS, and that it is one of four CAHs in Alabama providing nearby access to care.
• States the hospital is a nonprofit owned and operated by the Colbert County-Northwest Alabama Health Care Authority.
• Affirms a commitment to cost-effective care with access for all and mentions the hospital’s new logo, '50 Years of Healing, 50 Years of Caring', on display.
• Expresses admiration, appreciation, and best wishes for the hospital’s 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