HJR26 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Parker MooreRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Collins, Thomas Pryor, death mourned

Summary

A joint House-Senate resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Thomas 'Tom' Pryor Collins of Decatur, Alabama.

What This Bill Does

The resolution mourns Collins's death and celebrates his life, noting his faith, community service as a church worship leader and youth leader, his talents as a singer and songwriter, and his retirement from the Tennessee Valley Authority. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his wife, Representative Terri Collins, and his family, and records the loss in the official state records as a ceremonial tribute adopted by both houses.

Who It Affects

• Terri Collins, his wife, and his immediate family, who receive formal sympathy and recognition.
• The Alabama Legislature and state and local community members who observe the resolution as a public, ceremonial tribute.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death of Thomas 'Tom' Pryor Collins and celebrates his life.
• Notes his roles as a longtime volunteer church worship leader and youth lay leader, and his talents as a singer and songwriter; mentions his retirement from the Tennessee Valley Authority.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to Representative Terri Collins and his entire family.
• Concludes with both the House and Senate concurring in a resolution offered as a highest tribute.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence