SJR84 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Robert L. StewartSenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF THE HONORABLE GEORGE PATRICK EVANS.
Summary: A Senate Joint Resolution honoring and memorializing the life and public service of George Patrick Evans and expressing sympathy to his family.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the bill records the death of George Patrick Evans and offers a formal tribute to his life. It highlights his roles as an educator focusing on special education, the first Black Superintendent of the Dallas County School System, and his long public service in Selma as President of the City Council and Mayor, including efforts to create jobs and revitalize downtown. It also notes his work as a basketball official and his advocacy for special needs children, and it expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and those who knew him.

Who It Affects
George Patrick Evans's family, who will receive formal sympathy and tribute
Residents of Dallas County and Selma, who are recognized for his community leadership
Educators, students, and the educational community affected by his work and leadership
Basketball officials and the SWAC/SEC officiating community that were influenced by his career
Organizations serving special needs children in Selma and Dallas County, connected to his advocacy and Evans Special Benefit Fund
The broader Alabama public who will read the commemorative resolution

Key Provisions
Recognition that the death of the Honorable George Patrick Evans is recorded with deep sadness and that the resolution offers tribute to his life
Acknowledgment of Evans's life achievements: education degrees, focus on special education, first Black Superintendent of Dallas County Schools, leadership roles in Selma as City Council President and Mayor, and efforts to create jobs and improve quality of life
Statement of heartfelt sympathy to Evans's family and to those who knew him, presented as a public memorial by the Legislature

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