HR5 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ralph Howard

Democrat

Session

First Special Session 2022

Title

President Biden and U.S. Congress, commended

Summary

A House resolution commending President Biden and the U.S. Congress for supporting Alabama's economy and jobs through federal COVID-19 relief.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill would officially recognize and thank the president and Congress in Alabama's official records for actions that boosted the state's economy, saved jobs, and encouraged investment during the pandemic. It notes 2021 budget growth in Alabama and attributes much of it to federal stimulus, and it acknowledges the various federal programs that provided relief to residents and businesses. It is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents and businesses that benefited from federal stimulus and the resulting growth in state budgets.
• President Joe Biden and the U.S. Congress, who are the subjects of the formal commendation.

Key Provisions

• Congratulates President Biden and the U.S. Congress for boosting and protecting Alabama's economy during the COVID-19 pandemic and for providing resources to support recovery.
• Cites growth in Alabama's General Fund and Education Trust Fund in 2021 and attributes much of that growth to federal stimulus.
• Acknowledges federal programs that distributed stimulus payments, PPP loans, unemployment benefits, and the Advance Child Tax Credit to Alabama residents.
• Declares the resolution as an expression of appreciation to be recorded in the official proceedings of the Alabama House.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory