HR42 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy GrayRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Small, Frederick L., commended

Summary

HR42 is a ceremonial House resolution that commends Reverend Frederick L. Small for his pastoral work at Antioch Baptist Church and was signed into law on February 18, 2020.

What This Bill Does

The bill publicly honors Reverend Frederick L. Small for his pastoral career and leadership at Antioch Baptist Church since 2019. It notes his church growth and expanded ministries, including evangelism and community outreach programs. It expresses heartfelt gratitude from the Alabama House for his service to the community. This is a ceremonial recognition, not a change in law.

Who It Affects

• Reverend Frederick L. Small: receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama House
• Antioch Baptist Church and its members: acknowledged for leadership and described church improvements and programs

Key Provisions

• Commend Reverend Frederick L. Small for his pastoral career and leadership at Antioch Baptist Church (appointed April 17, 2019).
• Extend heartfelt gratitude to him for his unwavering service to the community.
• Acknowledge specific achievements: church growth, expanded ministries, evangelism, Partners in Christ Caring Ministry (PICCM), and initiatives in tribes and communities; creation of new office space; revised policies and procedures (new member training, benevolence, bereavement, transportation).
• State that this is a ceremonial recognition by the Alabama House of Representatives and does not alter existing law.

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, Congratulatory