SJR71 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald O. Dial
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Troy University, Women's Basketball Team, 2017 Sun Belt Conference Champions, Commended
Summary: A ceremonial Alabama Senate resolution commends the Troy University Women's Basketball Team for winning the 2017 Sun Belt Conference Championship and earning a berth in the NCAA tournament.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally recognizes and applauds the team and its coach for their championship and NCAA berth and notes individual honors for players (Caitlyn Ramirez as Most Outstanding Player; Claresa Banks and La'Tia Fils-Aime' named to the All-Tournament Team). It directs that the team receive a copy of the resolution as a sign of appreciation; this is a ceremonial gesture and does not change state law.

Who It Affects
Troy University Women's Basketball Team and its players, coaches, and staff receive formal commendation and a copy of the resolution.
The people of Alabama and state government who publicly recognize the team's achievement and representation of the state in NCAA competition.

Key Provisions
Commend the Troy University Women's Basketball Team for winning the 2017 Sun Belt Conference Championship and earning a berth in the 2017 NCAA tournament; recognizes individual honors for Caitlyn Ramirez (Most Outstanding Player) and Claresa Banks and La'Tia Fils-Aime' (All-Tournament Team), among other team members and the coach and staff.
Directs that the team receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the appreciation from the Alabama Legislature; notes that this is a ceremonial resolution and does not change state law.

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