SJR 28

SJR28 190190-2 By Senators Dial, Holley, Allen and Ward RFD: Rules First Read: 23-JAN-18 SJR28 SJR28 ENROLLED, SJR28, NAMING A PORTION OF STATE ROAD 51 THE JERE L. BEASLEY HIGHWAY. WHEREAS, it is with highest commendation that we name that portion of State Road 51 between Midway and Clayton, in Barbour and Bullock Counties, the Jere L. Beasley Highway; and WHEREAS, Jere L. Beasley opened a private practice law firm in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1979, and 35 years later, it is one of the country's leading firms involved in civil litigation; the firm has offices in Montgomery and Atlanta; and WHEREAS, Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis, and Miles employs over 300 people in Montgomery, including over 80 attorneys, with the mission of helping those who need it most; and WHEREAS, an outspoken defender of the civil justice system, Jere Beasley is one of the leading trial lawyers in the country and a leading advocate for those who have been wronged; Beasley's legal victories include landmark cases that SJR28 have made a positive impact on the citizens of Alabama and the entire United States; and WHEREAS, an active member of St. James United Methodist Church, Jere Beasley is involved in his community in charitable and community events; he has served as Lieutenant Governor of Alabama for eight years and has made a significant impact on the profession of law, politics, governmental affairs, and public service in the State of Alabama; and WHEREAS, it is fitting to name a road to recognize the service, the accomplishments, and the contributions of Jere L. Beasley to the citizens of the State of Alabama; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That we do hereby name State Road etween Midway and Clayton, in Barbour and Bullock Counties, the Jere L. Beasley Highway and request the appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers as provided in this resolution. SJR28 President and Presiding Officer of the Senate Speaker of the House of Representatives SJR28 Senate 30-JAN-18 I hereby certify that the within Senate Joint Resolution originated in and was adopted by the Senate. Patrick Harris, Secretary. House of Representatives Adopted: 06-FEB-18 By: Senator Dial