SJR36 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: J.T. WaggonerSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: SUPPORTING THE WEEK OF APRIL 30 - MAY 6, 2023, AS NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK AND COMMENDING SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS OF ALABAMA.
Summary: SJR36 is a non-binding resolution that designates National Small Business Week (April 30–May 6, 2023) in Alabama and commends small business owners statewide.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution formally supports the week and urges Alabama residents to celebrate and recognize the work of small business owners. It emphasizes the importance of a strong small business climate for economic recovery, promotes awareness of the value small businesses bring to communities, and calls for more access and resources for minority-owned and underserved firms. It does not create new laws or funding requirements.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents who are encouraged to celebrate and support small businesses during National Small Business Week.
Alabama small business owners and workers (including minority-owned and underserved firms) who are recognized for their contributions and for whom additional access to resources is encouraged.

Key Provisions
Support the week of April 30–May 6, 2023 as National Small Business Week and encourage residents to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of Alabama and national small business owners.
Understand the importance of creating a small business climate that allows for sustained economic recovery.
Celebrate the invaluable contribution of small businesses to the United States and Alabama as the backbone of the economy.
Support increasing consumer awareness of the value and opportunity that small businesses bring to local communities.
Understand the importance of providing more access and resources to minority-owned and underserved firms.

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