SJR85 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tom Whatley
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 Jimmy Holley Andrew Jones Steve Livingston Del Marsh Jim McClendon Tim Melson Arthur Orr Randy Price Greg J. Reed Dan Roberts Malika Sanders-Fortier Clay Scofield David Sessions Shay Shelnutt Bobby D. Singleton Rodger Smitherman Larry Stutts J.T. Waggoner April Weaver Jack W. Williams
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Auburn University, recognized
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution recognizing Auburn University’s 150th anniversary as a land‑grant institution and commending its Colleges of Agriculture and Engineering, Graduate School, and ROTC programs for their service to Alabama and the nation.
What This Bill Does
It officially recognizes Auburn University’s history and its land‑grant status, including the Colleges of Agriculture and Engineering, the Graduate School, and ROTC programs. It commends these programs for their roles in education, research, outreach, economic development, and military training that benefit Alabama communities and national security. It is a ceremonial expression by the Legislature and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Auburn University and its College of Agriculture, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, Graduate School, and Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs are recognized and commended.
Citizens of Alabama and the nation who benefit from the university’s education, research, outreach, and contributions to economic development, social well‑being, and national security.

Key Provisions
Recognizes Auburn University’s 150th anniversary and its status as a land‑grant institution, including the associated programs.
Commends the College of Agriculture, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, the Graduate School, and ROTC programs for serving citizens and supporting economic development, social well‑being, and national security.
States that the recognition is a ceremonial expression by the Alabama Legislature in acknowledgment of Auburn’s historical and ongoing contributions.

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