HR382 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John F. Knight Jr

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Sesquicentennial of voting and office holding by African American in Alabama, recognized

Summary

A House resolution recognizing and commemorating the 150th anniversary of African Americans voting and holding public office in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it would formally recognize and commemorate the sesquicentennial of African American voting and officeholding in Alabama. It highlights historical events from 1867, such as the first African American votes, the establishment of voting districts, early Black registrars, the large-scale registration of Black voters, and the 1867 constitutional convention with African American delegates. It is a symbolic measure and does not create or change state law or policy.

Who It Affects

• African American residents of Alabama, whose history of voting and first public officeholding is being recognized and commemorated.
• All Alabama residents, educators, historians, and students, who gain awareness and education about Alabama's Reconstruction-era history and the ongoing importance of voting rights.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Officially recognize and commemorate the sesquicentennial anniversary of the first votes cast and first public offices held by African Americans in Alabama.
• Provision 2: Acknowledge the historical events of 1867 described in the bill (including the first African American votes in a Tuscumbia mayoral election, the creation of voting districts and voter registrars, the large number of Black voter registrations, the 1867 constitutional convention with African American delegates, and the constitutional provisions related to education and civil rights).
• Provision 3: Clarify that this is a commemorative resolution and does not modify existing laws or create new government actions.

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, Legislative