SJR87 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

MOURNING THE DEATH OF MR. LYNN CURRY FOWLER.

Summary

SJR87 is a ceremonial Alabama Senate resolution mourning the death and honoring the life and public service of Lynn Curry Fowler.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Lynn Curry Fowler in the official state records with deep sadness. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and recognizes his long life of public service, including leadership on the Decatur City School Board and as Mayor of Decatur. It notes his community contributions, such as the development of world-class soccer facilities at the Jack Allen Recreation Complex. It is a non-binding, ceremonial act by the Legislature, intended as a tribute and does not create new laws or obligations.

Who It Affects

• Lynn Curry Fowler's family and close associates receive formal condolences and recognition of his life and passing.
• The Alabama public, including residents of Decatur, read or observe the memorial in official records and acknowledge Fowler's public service and community contributions.

Key Provisions

• The death of Lynn Curry Fowler is recorded with deep sadness in the official state records.
• The resolution offers heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• The resolution acknowledges Fowler's public service as Chair of the Decatur City School Board and as Mayor of Decatur, and highlights his role in developing the Jack Allen Recreation Complex soccer facilities.
• The measure is a concurrent, ceremonial act by both houses of the Legislature and does not create any new laws or enforceable obligations.

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

Subjects

Lynn Curry Fowler, Death Mourned