HR59 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Dexter Grimsley

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Greater Shiloh Baptist Church, groundbreaking ceremony, recognized

Summary

A House resolution recognizing Greater Shiloh Baptist Church in Headland on its groundbreaking ceremony and designating March 19, 2017 as a commemorative day.

What This Bill Does

It ceremonially recognizes the church’s long history and its 150th anniversary year in 2017, and commemorates the groundbreaking of a new Worship Center. It honors the church, its members, past and present leaders, and supporters for their community contributions. It is a nonbinding tribute and does not create new laws or require spending.

Who It Affects

• Greater Shiloh Baptist Church, its members, and supporters in Headland and Henry County, for recognition of their groundbreaking ceremony
• Residents of Headland and Henry County and local community observers who recognize the commemorative day and the church’s impact

Key Provisions

• Designates March 19, 2017 as a commemorative day in Headland and Henry County to recognize the church’s groundbreaking ceremony.
• Commends and honors the Greater Shiloh Baptist Church, its members, and its leaders (including past and current pastors Reverend George Christmas and Reverend Delvick J. McKay) for their history and community contributions.
• Acknowledges the church’s origins as Shiloh Colored Baptist Church of Headland (founded in 1867) and its 2017 milestone of 150 years of service.
• Expresses best wishes for the church’s future and notes the groundbreaking of a new Worship Center as a community milestone.
• Declares the resolution a ceremonial tribute by the House of Representatives with no binding legal effect or funding implications.

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