SJR91 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tom ButlerSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: DESIGNATING JOHN WADE KEYES AS ONE OF ALABAMA'S FIRST VETERANS.
Summary: SJR91 designates John Wade Keyes as one of Alabama's first veterans.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes John Wade Keyes, a Revolutionary War veteran with ties to Alabama, as one of Alabama's first U.S. veterans. The designation is a ceremonial acknowledgment included in a joint resolution passed by both the Senate and the House. It does not create new laws, benefits, or duties beyond the official recognition.

Who It Affects
John Wade Keyes (Limestone County) – designated and publicly honored as one of Alabama's first veterans.
Alabama veterans and the general public – receive recognition of early Revolutionary War veterans with ties to Alabama, which may be recorded in state records and observed in ceremonies.

Key Provisions
Designates John Wade Keyes of Limestone County as one of Alabama's first veterans of the United States armed forces.
Approved by both chambers (Senate and House) and enrolled as an official state recognition; ceremonial designation with no new benefits or duties.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: John Wade Keyes designated as Alabama's first veteran