SJR120 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tom Whatley

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Wright's Market, commended

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 120 commends Wright's Market in Opelika for being chosen to test online SNAP benefits and home delivery, and offers best wishes from the Alabama Legislature.

What This Bill Does

It officially recognizes Wright's Market's participation in a USDA pilot program to accept SNAP benefits online. It notes the store is among a small group of nationally selected participants. It explains that SNAP benefits could be used online at Wright's Market and through its Wright2U home-delivery service, helping residents in food deserts or with limited transportation. It expresses admiration and best wishes from the Legislature.

Who It Affects

• Wright's Market and owner Jimmy Wright receive formal recognition and public acknowledgment from the Alabama Legislature
• SNAP beneficiaries and Alabama residents in areas with limited access to groceries (food deserts or transportation challenges) who could use online SNAP shopping and Wright2U delivery through Wright's Market

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Wright's Market's selection to participate in the USDA pilot program for online SNAP benefits
• States Wright's Market is among a national group of participants (10 stores) in the pilot
• Acknowledges that SNAP benefits can be used online at Wright's Market and via the Wright2U home-delivery service
• Notes the program's goal to assist residents in food deserts or without transportation
• Acknowledges the owner Jimmy Wright's collaboration with Auburn University's Hunger Solutions
• Formal resolution by the Alabama Legislature concurring in both chambers to recognize Wright's Market and extend admiration and best wishes

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