HR140 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Phillip EnslerRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF HARRY BELAFONTE.

Summary

HR140 is a memorial resolution in the Alabama House mourning the death and celebrating the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it officially records Belafonte's death with sadness and respect, and acknowledges his activism and humanitarian work. It highlights his roles as a Navy veteran, his fundraising and leadership for civil rights causes, his participation in major events like the 1963 March on Washington and the Selma to Montgomery march, and his later work with UNICEF and global humanitarian efforts. The resolution does not create new laws or policy changes.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents who learn about Belafonte’s life through the state's official recognition and memorial.
• The Alabama House of Representatives and Alabama government, which publicly acknowledge and honor Belafonte's contributions.

Key Provisions

• Officially records the death of Harry Belafonte and expresses sadness and respect.
• Recognizes Belafonte’s lifelong activism and humanitarian work in civil rights and global causes.
• Cites specific actions: fundraising for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, involvement in the 1963 March on Washington, support for voter registration in Mississippi, and participation in the Selma to Montgomery March.
• Notes Belafonte’s later roles, including UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, anti-apartheid advocacy, and organizing the 'We Are the World' famine relief project.
• States that Belafonte’s legacy should inspire others and is publicly honored by the Alabama House.

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

Subjects

Harry Belafonte, Mourning