HR126 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Bigsby BoydRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

National Women's History Month, March 2017, recognized

Summary

HR126 is a House resolution that recognizes March 2017 as National Women's History Month in Alabama and honors the 2017 honorees.

What This Bill Does

It designates March 2017 as National Women's History Month in Alabama and cites the theme 'Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business.' It lists the 2017 honorees, including Alexis Herman, Lilly Ledbetter, Kate Mullany, Lucy Gonzalez Parsons, and Maggie Lena Walker, and notes that two Alabamians—Alexis Herman and Lilly Ledbetter—are among them. The resolution expresses pride in these honorees and extends sincere best wishes to them and to others for continued success.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents, particularly women, who are being recognized and celebrated for their contributions.
• The listed honorees and other women in labor, business, and community leadership in Alabama and beyond.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes March 2017 as National Women's History Month in Alabama and mentions the theme 'Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business.'
• Names the 2017 honorees (Alexis Herman, Lilly Ledbetter, Kate Mullany, Lucy Gonzalez Parsons, Maggie Lena Walker) and notes two Alabama honorees (Alexis Herman and Lilly Ledbetter).
• Extends sincere best wishes to the honorees and others for continued success.
• States that Alabama recognizes and takes pride in the contributions of women in business and the community during National Women's History Month.

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, Designation