SJR3 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald H. AllenSenator
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Greg Albritton Will Barfoot William “Bill” M. Beasley Tom Butler Clyde Chambliss Donnie Chesteen Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Chris Elliott Vivian Davis Figures Sam Givhan Garlan Gudger Kirk Hatcher Jimmy Holley Andrew Jones Steve Livingston Del Marsh Jim McClendon Tim Melson Arthur Orr Randy Price Greg J. Reed Dan Roberts Malika Sanders-Fortier Clay Scofield David Sessions Shay Shelnutt Bobby D. Singleton Rodger Smitherman Larry Stutts J.T. Waggoner April Weaver Tom Whatley Jack W. Williams
Session: First Special Session 2021
Title: Mathews, David, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature commends Dr. David Mathews for his four-decade career and contributions to democracy and civic life.
What This Bill Does
It formally acknowledges and honors Dr. Mathews for his leadership at the Kettering Foundation and his work to improve democratic governance. It notes his education, past roles, and the Alabama Center for Civic Life being renamed in his honor, the David Mathews Center for Civic Life. It is a ceremonial tribute with best wishes and does not change laws or create new obligations.

Who It Affects
Dr. David Mathews – receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature
Alabama civic life community and the public – benefit from recognition of leadership and the honor of renaming a civic life center in his name

Key Provisions
Provision: The resolution commends Dr. David Mathews for his 40-year career as President and CEO of the Kettering Foundation and his work addressing democratic governance challenges.
Provision: It recognizes his educational background (University of Alabama; Columbia University) and his career, including leadership roles and government service.
Provision: It notes that the Alabama Center for Civic Life in Montevallo was renamed in his honor as the David Mathews Center for Civic Life.
Provision: The resolution is offered as a high tribute and best wishes, and is adopted by both the Senate and House of Representatives.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory