HJR164 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arnold MooneyRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Mike Kolen, death mourned

Summary

The Alabama Legislature mourns the death and celebrates the life of Mike Kolen with a ceremonial memorial resolution.

What This Bill Does

The bill expresses sorrow at Mike Kolen's passing, highlights his life and achievements (including his Auburn football career, NFL tenure with the Miami Dolphins, and post-football endeavors), and offers sympathy to his surviving family. It is a ceremonial, non-binding tribute and does not change laws or create new duties.

Who It Affects

• Mike Kolen's family (surviving children Kelly and John and five grandchildren; his wife Nancy predeceased him) who receive public recognition and condolences.
• The Alabama public and its sports community, who are informed of his life and honored for his contributions through this formal memorial.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death of John Michael 'Mike' Kolen and celebrates his life and legacy.
• Acknowledges his athletic and professional achievements, including his time as an Auburn linebacker, All-SEC and All-American honors, and his post-NFL career as a businessman and author.
• Notes his NFL career with the Miami Dolphins, his role in the 1972 undefeated team, and participation in three consecutive Super Bowls with wins in 1972 and 1973.
• States that the Legislature records his death with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family, recognizing his impact on Alabama communities.

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

Subjects

Resolutions