SJR4 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
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 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: Bicentennial Commission, commended
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution commending the Alabama Bicentennial Commission for organizing Alabama's three-year bicentennial celebration and honoring its members.
What This Bill Does
If signed, the resolution formally recognizes and commends the Alabama Bicentennial Commission for planning and carrying out the three-year celebration of Alabama's history. It acknowledges the tireless work of the commission's members to honor Alabama's past and preserve history for future generations. It lists the commission members by name and directs that a copy of the resolution be given to each member to commemorate their service.

Who It Affects
Members of the Alabama Bicentennial Commission, who are recognized and will receive a copy of the resolution
People of Alabama, who benefit from formal recognition of the state's bicentennial celebration and the preservation of its history

Key Provisions
The Legislature recognizes and commends the Alabama Bicentennial Commission for organizing Alabama's three-year bicentennial celebration
Acknowledges the tireless work of the commission members in commemorating Alabama's history and its impact on the nation and world
Names the commission members: Joel Anderson, Mike Ball, Hilary Claybourne, Priscilla Hancock-Cooper, Patricia Ford, Steve Murray, Arthur Orr, Tami Reist, Lee Sentell, Fitzgerald Washington, and Bart Williams
Directs that each member be delivered a copy of this resolution to commemorate their names alongside the bicentennial celebration

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