HJR256 Alabama 2024 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Pebblin W. WarrenRepresentative
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2024
Title: Dr. Charlotte P. Morris, retirement, commended
Summary: This Alabama House resolution commends Dr. Charlotte P. Morris on her retirement after decades of service to Tuskegee University.
What This Bill Does
The Alabama Legislature adopts this resolution to honor Dr. Charlotte P. Morris for her retirement and long career at Tuskegee University. It recognizes her leadership, including serving as the university's president since 2021 and prior roles such as interim president and executive staff to the university president, and notes achievements like guiding a five-year strategic plan and increasing research grants, including efforts on health disparities and cancer in the Black community. The resolution offers admiration and best wishes for her future endeavors.

Who It Affects
Dr. Charlotte P. Morris, the recipient of the commendation and retiree
Tuskegee University and its students, staff, and leadership
The State of Alabama and its acknowledgement of notable higher education leadership

Key Provisions
Commends Dr. Charlotte P. Morris for retirement from Tuskegee University after nearly 40 years of service
Acknowledges her leadership roles, including President since August 1, 2021, and prior positions such as interim president and Executive Associate/Chief of Staff to the University President and Secretary to the Board of Trustees
Highlights the impact of her work, including development of the university's five-year strategic plan and a notable increase in research grants, with emphasis on health disparities and cancer-related projects
Expresses the Legislature's admiration, appreciation, and sincere best wishes for her future

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Subjects: Resolutions