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HJR15 Alabama 2019 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2019
Title
Taylor, Theoplus Jefferson, death mourned
Summary

HJR15 is a House joint resolution mourning the death of Theoplus Jefferson Taylor and expressing sympathy to his family.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Theoplus Jefferson Taylor with deep sadness in the official state records. It offers tribute to his life and contributions, including his World War II military service, education, and long career at Redstone Arsenal. It expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. It does not create new laws or obligations beyond memorializing him.

Who It Affects
  • Family and friends of Theoplus Jefferson Taylor, who receive formal tribute and sympathy from the Legislature.
  • The Alabama public, who learn about Mr. Taylor's life through the official record and are reminded of his contributions.
Key Provisions
  • Records the death of Mr. Theoplus Jefferson Taylor with deep sadness in the official records of the Alabama Legislature.
  • Offers tribute to his life and public service, noting his military service in World War II, education, and 30-year career as Director of Utilities at Redstone Arsenal.
  • Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends for their loss.
  • Indicates that the resolution is a formal memorial, signed into effect on May 8, 2019.
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

Bill Actions

H

Delivered to Governor at 2:47 p.m. on May 8, 2019.

H

Assigned Act No. 2019-172.

H

Clerk of the House Certification

S

Signature Requested

H

Enrolled

H

Second House Concurs in Executive Amendment

S

Marsh motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Roll Call 646

S

House of Origin Concurs in Executive Amendment

H

Warren motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Roll Call 536

H

Executive Amendment Offered

H

Forwarded to Governor

H

Clerk of the House Certification

H

Enrolled

S

Signature Requested

H

Passed Second House

S

Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

S

Reported from Rules

S

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

H

Jones (M) motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

H

Reported from Rules

H

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Votes

Warren motion to Concur In and Adopt

May 7, 2019 House Passed
Yes 96
Abstained 5
Absent 3

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature