HJR118 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: K.L. Brown
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Barbara Bigsby Boyd Allen Farley Steve Hurst Becky Nordgren Ginny Shaver Randy Wood
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Killingsworth, Don C., commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature formally commends Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr. for being named the 13th president of Jacksonville State University.
What This Bill Does
This House Joint Resolution honors Dr. Killingsworth for his new role as JSU president. It recognizes his background and contributions to public education and notes that he will continue to play a leadership role in higher education partnerships. The resolution also offers sincere admiration and best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects
Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr. — receives formal commendation and recognition as the 13th president of Jacksonville State University.
Jacksonville State University and its campus community (including the JSU Board of Trustees and campus leadership) — benefits from formal recognition by the Alabama Legislature and acknowledgement of his ongoing leadership in higher education partnerships.

Key Provisions
Commends Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr. on being named the 13th President of Jacksonville State University.
Declares admiration and best wishes for his continued success in future endeavors.
Acknowledges his background and contributions to public education and notes that he will remain in a leadership role for the Higher Education Partnership as Chairperson for the Council of University Governmental Affairs Representatives.

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