HR269 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kelvin LawrenceRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Bunch, Dan, commended

Summary

A ceremonial Alabama House resolution commends Dan Bunch on his retirement after 34 years at Boston College and recognizes his professional achievements.

What This Bill Does

It would formally commend Dan Bunch for his retirement and professional achievements at Boston College. It highlights his Alabama roots and his leadership of the Learning to Learn program since 1987, along with his involvement in multiple student and minority-support organizations. The resolution expresses the House's esteem and best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Dan Bunch — receives a formal commendation and best wishes from the Alabama House for his retirement and career achievements at Boston College
• Alabama residents and the public record — gain a ceremonial recognition recognizing the achievements of an Alabama native and reflecting state appreciation

Key Provisions

• Commends Dan Bunch for extraordinary professional achievement and retirement from Boston College after 34 years of service
• Recognizes his Alabama roots (Lowndes County native, Hayneville High School graduate)
• Acknowledges his leadership of the Learning to Learn program since 1987, which helps first-generation students, students with high financial need, and students with learning or physical disabilities
• Recognizes his contributions as advisor to the Black Student Forum, member of the Black Staff and Faculty Association, founder and treasurer of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Scholarship Committee, member of the AHANA Alumni Council, and founder of Concerned Black Men of Massachusetts
• Expresses the House's esteem and best wishes for Dan Bunch'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