HR157 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Matt SimpsonRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Alan BakerNapoleon BracyChip BrownAdline ClarkeBarbara DrummondJoe FaustVictor GastonSam JonesSteve McMillanChris PringleHarry ShiverShane StringerMargie Wilcox

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Ramey, Andrea, commended

Summary

HR157 formally commends Andrea Ramey for outstanding achievements in broadcast journalism and her service to Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would record the Alabama House's formal commendation of Andrea Ramey for her professional achievements in journalism. It notes her awards and recognitions, including Best TV Reporter honors in 2010 and 2013, three Emmy nominations, Humane Society recognition in 2011, and Alabama's Reporter of the Year in 2021. The resolution expresses respect and appreciation and wishes her well in future endeavors; it is ceremonial and does not change laws.

Who It Affects

• Andrea Ramey, who would receive a formal commendation from the Alabama House
• the Gulf Coast and Alabama journalism community, which is publicly recognized for her achievements

Key Provisions

• A formal commendation of Andrea Ramey for outstanding professional achievement in broadcast journalism in the Gulf Coast and Alabama since 2006
• Citation of specific honors: Best TV Reporter (Alabama AP, 2010); Best TV Reporter (Alabama Broadcasters Association, 2013); three Emmy Award nominations; Humane Society recognition (2011) for investigations into dogfighting and cockfighting; Alabama's Reporter of the Year (2021) by the Alabama Broadcasters Association
• Statement that she is highly honored and commended, with deepest respect and appreciation and best wishes for future endeavors

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