SJR52 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: HONORING DR. MICHAEL DOUGLAS AS THE 2023 BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR.
Summary: This bill is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution honoring Dr. Michael Douglas as the 2023 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Superintendent of the Year.
What This Bill Does
It would formally honor Dr. Michael Douglas as the 2023 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Superintendent of the Year and dedicate the resolution to him. The text explains the Blue Ribbon program and notes the nine evaluation categories and the activities used to assess schools. It highlights Douglas's leadership in Decatur City Schools, including feeder patterns, a new career tech center, a strategic plan, and safety measures, as examples of his work. It does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Dr. Michael Douglas — receives formal recognition and ceremonial honor as the 2023 Blue Ribbon Superintendent of the Year.
Decatur City Schools and its students and staff — acknowledged for leadership achievements under Dr. Douglas and example improvements mentioned in the resolution.

Key Provisions
Honors Dr. Michael Douglas as the 2023 Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Superintendent of the Year.
Dedicates the resolution to Dr. Douglas with utmost appreciation, admiration, and regard.
Describes the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Program, noting it is a nonprofit that evaluates schools in nine categories and uses visits, classroom observations, and stakeholder focus groups.
Notes Dr. Douglas's accomplishments in Decatur City Schools, including feeder patterns, a new career tech center, a strategic plan focused on communications and student success, and ongoing safety measures.

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