HR97 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Military Appreciation Day, March 9, 2021, named

Summary

HR97 designates March 9, 2021 as Military Appreciation Day in Alabama and commits to recognizing veterans and military families in future years.

What This Bill Does

The bill designates a specific day as Military Appreciation Day in Alabama. It states that in each subsequent year the state will recognize and honor the service, sacrifices, and contributions of veterans and military families. It also commends Lieutenant Colonel James Michael Sprayberry and Captain Gary Michael Rose for Medal of Honor recipients in 2018 and directs that a copy of the resolution be given to them.

Who It Affects

• Alabama veterans and active-duty military members, who will be formally recognized and honored on Military Appreciation Day.
• Alabama military families, who are acknowledged for their support of service members and the mission.
• Lieutenant Colonel James Michael Sprayberry and Captain Gary Michael Rose, who will receive a copy of the resolution as part of the commendation.

Key Provisions

• Designates March 9, 2021 as Military Appreciation Day in the State of Alabama and sets the groundwork for annual recognition of veterans and military families.
• Requires that, in each succeeding year, the state recognize and honor the service, sacrifices, and contributions of veterans and military families.
• Commends Lieutenant Colonel James Michael Sprayberry and Captain Gary Michael Rose for receiving the Medal of Honor in 2018 and directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to them.

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, Designation