HJR74 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thomas JacksonRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

McFadden, James Sherman and Amanda Findley, commended

Summary

The bill is a House Joint Resolution that officially commends James Sherman McFadden and Amanda Findley McFadden for their contributions to Thomasville, Clarke County, and Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it formally honors the late James Sherman McFadden and Amanda Findley McFadden for their community work and legacy. It highlights their land donation for a school and park for Black children in the 1930s, their roles as educators and community activists, and their church involvement. It also expresses sincere best wishes and blessings to the McFadden family.

Who It Affects

• The McFadden family (James Sherman McFadden and Amanda Findley McFadden) — receives formal commendation and recognition.
• Residents of Thomasville, Clarke County, and Alabama — benefit from a formal recognition of local history and community service.

Key Provisions

• Commends James Sherman McFadden and Amanda Findley McFadden for their life and legacy.
• Acknowledges their contributions, including land donated to the city for a school and park for Black children in the 1930s, their work as educators, and their roles as community activists and church members.
• Notes that a bust honoring them was dedicated in 2016 at McFadden Park in Thomasville.
• Expresses best wishes and continued blessings to the McFadden family.

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