SJR7 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: Lamar, Jay, commended regarding Bicentennial
Summary: Senate Joint Resolution commends Jay Lamar, executive director of the Alabama Bicentennial Advisory Commission, for her leadership in planning Alabama's Bicentennial celebration.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution would officially recognize and commend Jay Lamar for her work on the Bicentennial. It notes that she brought together state agencies and organizations to ensure the plans were comprehensive and complementary. It states that her efforts helped commemorate Alabama's 200th anniversary and contributed to a successful celebration. The resolution is presented with heartfelt gratitude and admiration and enacted by both chambers of the Legislature.

Who It Affects
Jay Lamar, executive director of the Alabama Bicentennial Advisory Commission — receives formal commendation and recognition.
The State of Alabama and its residents — publicly acknowledged for the Bicentennial celebration's success and the leadership that made it possible.

Key Provisions
Commends Jay Lamar for her service and leadership as executive director of the Alabama Bicentennial Advisory Commission.
Recognizes her coordination of agencies and organizations to plan a comprehensive and complementary Bicentennial celebration.
Acknowledges that her efforts contributed to the success of Alabama's Bicentennial and reflect the drive and spirit of Alabamians.
States that the resolution is adopted by both houses of the Legislature and presented with heartfelt gratitude and admiration.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory