HJR170 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Steve ClouseRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Ron Creel Healing Hands Award, established
Summary: The Alabama Legislature renames the Healing Hands Award to the Ron Creel Healing Hands Award to honor Ron Creel and recognize the Alabama Sports Festival Foundation's work.
What This Bill Does
It formally renames the Healing Hands Award as the Ron Creel Healing Hands Award in Alabama. It acknowledges Ron Creel's long service and the Alabama Sports Festival Foundation's role in promoting health, youth, and community service through sports and related programs. The resolution notes that the award recognizes healing and inspiration after disasters and directs copies of the resolution to be given to the Foundation.

Who It Affects
Alabama Sports Festival Foundation Board of Directors — recognized and commended for establishing the award and for renaming it in Ron Creel's honor.
Alabamians, especially athletes, volunteers, and communities affected by disasters — potential honorees and members of the public who may learn from and be inspired by the award.

Key Provisions
Renaming The Healing Hands Award to The Ron Creel Healing Hands Award to honor Ron Creel's service and contributions in Alabama.
The Legislature commends the Alabama Sports Festival Foundation Board of Directors for establishing the award and directs that copies of the resolution be provided to the Foundation.

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, Miscellaneous