SJR48 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Alabama's Bicentennial, supporting celebration

Summary

A Senate Joint Resolution expressing official support for Alabama's Bicentennial celebration and urging all Alabamians to participate.

What This Bill Does

It states that Alabama should celebrate its Bicentennial, supports the Alabama 200 Bicentennial Commission's three-year plan, and outlines the timeline and themes for 2017–2019 (explore places in 2017, honor people in 2018, share stories in 2019). It also encourages recognition and reflection on Alabama's culture and history and notes a kickoff date in 2017.

Who It Affects

• All residents of Alabama are encouraged to recognize and celebrate the Bicentennial Anniversary.
• The Alabama Bicentennial Commission is identified as the body responsible for planning and implementing the three-year celebration, which will promote Alabama's parks, museums, towns, and historic sites.

Key Provisions

• Expresses support for the celebration of Alabama's Bicentennial and encourages Alabamians to recognize and celebrate the milestone.
• Acknowledges that the Alabama Bicentennial Commission is planning a three-year statewide celebration highlighting places, people, and stories from Alabama's history.
• Outlines a three-year plan: 2017 as the year of exploring places; 2018 as the year to honor people; 2019 as the year to share stories, with a kickoff on March 3, 2017.
• Encourages participation and reflection on Alabama's diverse culture and narrative through promotion of parks, museums, towns, and historic sites.

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