HR121 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

James LomaxRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

James Lee Splawn, death mourned

Summary

HR121 is a House resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life of James Lee Splawn.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the Alabama House would officially mourn James Lee Splawn's death and recognize his life and achievements. The resolution states that his memory will be cherished and expresses sympathy to his family. It highlights his NASA career at Marshall Space Flight Center (1961-1984), his later work in aerospace and defense, and his community involvement. It directs that the resolution be recorded in the official journal as a memorial tribute.

Who It Affects

• James Lee Splawn's immediate family and close friends – receive formal recognition and condolences from the state.
• Huntsville and Alabama's aerospace and defense communities – receive acknowledgment of Splawn's technical contributions and public service.
• Members of the Alabama House and the general public – the resolution creates an official memorial record honoring Splawn.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death of James Lee Splawn and notes the loss to family and community.
• Celebrates his life and his roles as NASA engineer, Space Shuttle contributor, and later aerospace businessperson.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife Jo Ann Splawn and the Splawn family.
• Be it resolved by the Alabama House of Representatives that this tribute be entered into the official records.

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