SJR26 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: White, Thomas L., death mourned
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution mourning the death of Alabama State Comptroller Thomas L. White and celebrating his life and public service.
What This Bill Does
It honors the life of Thomas L. White and expresses the Legislature's condolences. It recognizes his long public service, including as State Comptroller and as chief financial officer for state health agencies, and notes his leadership in national accounting groups. It states that the Legislature offers this tribute and sympathy to his family, creating an official record of the tribute.

Who It Affects
Thomas L. White's family and friends — receive official mourning and sympathy from the Legislature.
The Alabama community and state government — acknowledge his contributions and preserve his legacy through the resolution.

Key Provisions
Mourning the death of Thomas L. White and expressing condolences to his family and friends.
Recognizing White's public service and leadership roles, including as Alabama State Comptroller and as CFO for the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama Public Health Care Authority, plus leadership in national associations.
The Legislature adopts the resolution as an official tribute and conveys sympathy to his family.

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, Condolence