HR359 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Bigsby BoydRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Bacon, Art, professional achievement, commended

Summary

The Alabama House commends Dr. Art Bacon for his 40-year career at Talladega College and his achievements in art and science.

What This Bill Does

This resolution formally honors Dr. Art Bacon for his service as an educator and administrator at Talladega College and for his role in securing grant funding for art and science. It notes his positions as Chair of the Biology Department and Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, and his long tenure on the Board of Trustees. It also recognizes his art career, with exhibitions in several cities and awards influenced by his Civil Rights Movement involvement. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or programs, but expresses best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Art Bacon — receives formal official recognition for career achievements in education, administration, and art
• Talladega College and Alabama's academic and arts communities — acknowledged and inspired by this tribute

Key Provisions

• Commend Dr. Art Bacon for retirement after 40 years at Talladega College and designate him as Talladega College Professor Emeritus of the National Sciences and Humanities.
• Acknowledge his leadership roles at Talladega College (Chair of the Biology Department; Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs) and his service on the Board of Trustees for over 15 years, plus his success as a grant writer who raised millions for art and science.
• Recognize his art career, noting paintings and drawings exhibited nationally and the influence of his Civil Rights Movement involvement, as well as his various awards.
• State that the House offers the resolution as a highest tribute and extends best wishes for his 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