SJR104 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: J.T. WaggonerSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Technology Sector, economic contributions to the state, recognized
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution recognizing and commending Alabama's technology sector and its contributions to the state's economy and workforce.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally recognizes Alabama's technology sector and its impact on jobs and the economy. It cites data on employment (about 148,000 workers, 7.2% of the workforce) and economic contribution (directly about $14.5 billion, roughly 7.1% of the state's economy), notes growth in tech-related job postings, and projects continued employment growth through 2026. It expresses the Legislature's gratitude to technology innovators and job creators.

Who It Affects
Technology sector employers and workers receive formal recognition and esteem from the Legislature.
Alabama residents and the statewide economy benefit from the acknowledged tech sector's growth and contributions.

Key Provisions
Recognizes and commends Alabama's technology sector, technology innovators, and job creators.
Cites the sector's size and economic impact: about 148,000 employees (7.2% of the workforce) and a direct economic impact of about $14.5 billion (7.1% of the economy).
Notes trends and projections: 57% increase in job postings for emerging technologies; net technology employment expected to grow nearly 2% in 2021 and 6.8% by 2026.
Dedicates the resolution to the technology sector with the Legislature's highest esteem and gratitude.

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