SJR112 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Greg J. Reed
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 Kirk Hatcher Andrew Jones Steve Livingston Del Marsh Jim McClendon Tim Melson Arthur Orr Randy Price Dan Roberts Malika Sanders-Fortier Clay Scofield David Sessions Shay Shelnutt Bobby D. Singleton Rodger Smitherman Larry Stutts J.T. Waggoner April Weaver Tom Whatley Jack W. Williams
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Holley, Senator Jimmy, commended
Summary: SJR112 is a ceremonial joint resolution that commends Senator Jimmy Holley on his retirement after 44 years of service to Alabama.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes Holley's long legislative career and leadership roles, noting his work on governance and staff improvements. It acknowledges specific past contributions, such as funding for Elba and Enterprise school projects, and his role in establishing a major legislative support staff agency. It declares him a legendary lawmaker and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to him by both houses of the Legislature.

Who It Affects
Senator Jimmy Holley — receives formal commendation and retirement recognition
The Alabama Legislature and state government — formally acknowledges his service and leadership contributions
Residents of Elba and Enterprise (and their schools) — benefited from his past funding and legislative efforts

Key Provisions
Commends Senator Jimmy Holley for a lifetime of dedicated public service and congratulates him on retirement
Declares him a legendary lawmaker and acknowledges his leadership roles (including chairing the Senate Government Affairs Committee) and contributions to legislative governance and staff
Recognizes his specific achievements, such as funding for Elba schools after a flood, rebuilding Enterprise High School after the 2007 tornado, and establishing the largest legislative support staff agency
Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Senator Holley as a token of esteem
Resolution is adopted by both the Senate and the House of Representatives

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