HR16 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thomas JacksonRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Second Special Session 2023

Title

MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF BERNICE WILLIAMS JACKSON.

Summary

HR16 is a House resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life of Bernice Williams Jackson.

What This Bill Does

The bill records her death and formally mourns her passing. It honors her life, nursing career, and leadership at Greater First Baptist Church, particularly with the youth department and faith-based programs. It offers heartfelt sympathy to her family and states that her memory will be cherished, presenting the tribute on behalf of the House of Representatives.

Who It Affects

• Bernice Williams Jackson's family and friends, who receive formal recognition, condolences, and a memorial tribute.
• The Alabama community and the House of Representatives, who acknowledge her contributions and express collective sympathy.

Key Provisions

• Records the death of Bernice Williams Jackson and notes the date (July 4, 2023) and her age (93).
• Honors her nursing career, including work in Chicago and at Thomasville Mental Health and Rehabilitation Center.
• Recognizes her leadership at Greater First Baptist Church, including directing the youth department and involvement in education, outreach, fellowship, music, and stewardship.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family and states that her memory will be cherished.
• Is offered by the Alabama House of Representatives as a tribute to her life.

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

Subjects

Bernice Jackson, Death Mourned