SJR24 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Clay Scofield
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Greg Albritton Gerald H. Allen 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 Jimmy Holley Andrew Jones Steve Livingston Del Marsh Jim McClendon Tim Melson Arthur Orr Randy Price Greg J. Reed Dan Roberts Malika Sanders-Fortier Shay Shelnutt Bobby D. Singleton Rodger Smitherman Larry Stutts J.T. Waggoner Tom Whatley Jack W. Williams
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Brown, Marie Hamrick, death mourned
Summary: SJR24 memorializes the death of Marie Hamrick Brown and honors her life and public service in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
The resolution officially records her passing and expresses the Legislature's sorrow. It pays tribute to her life, family, and community work—such as her roles as a business owner in Douglas, PTA volunteer, poll worker, and organizer of high school reunions—and notes her long-standing faith community involvement. It also lists her survivors and life story as part of the memorial.

Who It Affects
Surviving family members of Marie Hamrick Brown (husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings) who receive public recognition and condolences from the state.
Residents of Douglas and the broader Alabama community who are reminded of and helped honor local figures through official memorial resolutions.

Key Provisions
Records the death of Mrs. Marie Hamrick Brown with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to her family on behalf of the Legislature.
Expresses tribute to her life and community contributions, including her business leadership in Douglas, her volunteer work with schools and elections, and her church and family involvement.

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, Condolence