SJR26 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Vivian Davis FiguresSenator
Democrat
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 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 Clay Scofield Shay Shelnutt Bobby D. Singleton Rodger Smitherman Larry Stutts J.T. Waggoner Tom Whatley Jack W. Williams
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Alabamians who lost their lives to COVID-19, death mourned
Summary: A memorial joint resolution honoring the 8,579 Alabamians who died from COVID-19 and offering sympathy to their families.
What This Bill Does
It memorializes the lives lost to COVID-19 and expresses condolences to the families of those who died. It notes the importance of controlling the virus to prevent more deaths. It was adopted by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature as a formal tribute.

Who It Affects
Families and loved ones of Alabamians who died from COVID-19 — receive acknowledgment and condolences.
Alabama residents and public officials — the resolution publicly memorializes the victims and signals the Legislature's solidarity and commitment to reducing COVID-19 deaths.

Key Provisions
Remembers the 8,579 Alabamians who died from COVID-19.
Expresses condolences to their families.
Acknowledges the importance of controlling COVID-19 to prevent further deaths.
Adopted as a memorial resolution by both chambers of the Legislature.

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