HR56 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Bigsby BoydRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, AKA Day at the Capitol, recognized

Summary

The Alabama House recognizes Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority on AKA Day at the Capitol and honors its service and leadership.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution would officially recognize and commend Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated on AKA Day at the Capitol and highlight the sorority's mission and achievements in service and scholarships. It notes the organization's programs and focus areas, and it welcomes the sorority's leaders to the Alabama Capitol. It also directs that copies of the resolution be provided to designated AKA leaders and representatives.

Who It Affects

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and its members/leadership, who are officially recognized and commended on AKA Day at the Capitol.
• Named AKA leaders and representatives (e.g., South Eastern Representative, International President, International Connection Committee, South Eastern Regional Director) who receive copies of the resolution.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes and commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority on AKA Day at the Capitol.
• Mentions the sorority's mission and documented achievements, including hours of service and scholarships and their program focus areas (Educational Enrichment, Civil Rights/Social Justice, Statewide Legislative Issues, Be the Voice, and related initiatives).
• Welcomes the sorority's leaders to the Alabama Capitol on the occasion of AKA Day at the Capitol.
• Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to named AKA leaders and representatives (e.g., Dr. Sharon Shaw-McEwen, Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, the International Connection Committee, Mary B. Conner).

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