HJR272 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike ShawRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

CONGRATULATING THE VESTAVIA HILLS HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2023 ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION CLASS 7A STATE BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP.

Summary

This is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution that congratulates Vestavia Hills High School Baseball Team for winning the 2023 Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 7A State Baseball Championship and wishes them continued success.

What This Bill Does

It publicly recognizes and praises the Vestavia Hills baseball team for their championship win. It notes the team's overall record, the fact that it’s the first state baseball title for the school since 2000, and lists graduating seniors who earned college scholarships. It dedicates the resolution to the team with admiration and best wishes for future success.

Who It Affects

• Vestavia Hills High School Baseball Team — receives formal recognition and public praise.
• Graduating seniors who earned scholarships (Jackson Harris, Samford University; Christopher Johnston, Auburn University; Jable Ramey, Huntingdon College; Ryan Vermillion, Jacksonville State University; Hudson Walburn, Jacksonville State University) — their achievements are acknowledged.
• Vestavia Hills community and supporters — may feel pride and positive recognition from the formal commendation.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Vestavia Hills High School Baseball Team for winning the 2023 Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 7A State Baseball Championship.
• Notes the team’s 34-11 record, first state championship baseball title since 2000, and 58 wins in the last two years.
• Names graduating seniors who earned scholarships to: Jackson Harris (Samford University), Christopher Johnston (Auburn University), Jable Ramey (Huntingdon College), Ryan Vermillion (Jacksonville State University), and Hudson Walburn (Jacksonville State University).
• Declares the House’s admiration and best wishes for continued success and dedicates the resolution to the team.

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

Subjects

Vestavia Hills High School Baseball Team, Commended