SJR69 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Booth, William, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature formally commends Coach William Booth for his long career and accomplishments in education and baseball at Hartselle High School.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution would formally recognize and commend Coach William Booth for his 51-year teaching career, his long tenure as head baseball coach at Hartselle High School since 1988 with multiple state championships and his 1,000th career win, and his work in roles such as math teacher, transportation coordinator, federal programs coordinator, and assistant principal. It expresses admiration and best wishes for his continued success and honors his contributions to students and the community.

Who It Affects
Coach William Booth – receives formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama Legislature
Hartselle City Schools and Hartselle High School baseball program – publicly recognized for leadership and achievements; potential positive public recognition

Key Provisions
Be it resolved that Coach William Booth is highly honored and commended by the Alabama Legislature and that the resolution is offered with admiration and best wishes for continued success.
Recognition of Booth's 51-year career as an educator and his role as head coach of the Hartselle High School baseball team since 1988, including four state championships in the first seven years, eight state championships overall, and milestone 1,000th career win as of March 10, 2017; plus his record of producing professional league players, 20 Area 15 championships, and 101 players who earned college scholarships.
Acknowledgment of his additional roles: math teacher for 49 years, transportation coordinator for 26 years, and federal programs coordinator and assistant principal for 5 years.
Statement that under his leadership, team members leave the program with a strong work ethic, a competitive drive, and pride in their accomplishments.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory