HR510 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Ragland, Elizabeth Sloan, commended

Summary

The Alabama House passed a ceremonial resolution to posthumously honor Elizabeth Sloan Ragland and dedicate the 2017 Jazz-N-June Festival and a new Multicultural Unity Celebration to her memory.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes Ragland’s long-time support of the arts in Madison County and her leadership with the Tennessee Valley Jazz Society. It dedicates the 2017 Jazz-N-June Festival to her memory and notes her impact on jazz, gospel, and arts education in the region. It also announces that Oakwood University will host the Elizabeth Sloan Ragland Multicultural Unity Celebration, featuring a gospel symposium, a gospel concert, and a unity choir drawn from local churches.

Who It Affects

• Elizabeth Sloan Ragland’s family and friends, who receive a posthumous honor and public recognition.
• The Madison County/Tennessee Valley arts community (including the Jazz Society, students, educators, and local churches) and Oakwood University, which participate in and are affected by the festival dedication and the new Multicultural Unity Celebration.

Key Provisions

• Posthumous honor and commendation of Elizabeth Sloan Ragland by the Alabama House of Representatives.
• Dedication of the 2017 Jazz-N-June Festival to Ragland’s memory for her contributions to the arts in the Madison County area.
• Oakwood University will host the inaugural Elizabeth Sloan Ragland Multicultural Unity Celebration, including a symposium on African American Gospel history, a Gospel Music Concert, and a unity choir composed of area church choirs.

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