HJR257 Alabama 2019 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Lynn Greer
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2019
Title: Mars Hill High School girls softball team, commended
Summary: A ceremonial joint resolution commends Mars Hill High School's girls softball team for winning the Alabama state championship and earning the school's first state title.
What This Bill Does
If passed, the bill formally recognizes the team and their coach for their achievement, acknowledges their hard work and leadership, and offers best wishes for future success. It presents the commendation as a highest tribute from the Alabama Legislature (House and Senate) and does not change existing laws.

Who It Affects
Mars Hill High School Girls Softball Team (the Panthers) and their coach, Matt Burgess, who receive formal recognition.
The Mars Hill High School community and supporters, who are publicly acknowledged and may be inspired by the team's achievement.

Key Provisions
Provision 1: The Alabama Legislature commends the Mars Hill High School Girls Softball Team for winning the AHSAA Class 1A State Softball Tournament and for earning the school's first state softball title, with recognition of coach Matt Burgess.
Provision 2: The resolution expresses best wishes for the team's continued success in all future endeavors and is presented to the players and their coach in highest tribute.

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