HR213 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Marcus ParamoreRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Allen E. Owen III, Board of Trustee Emeritus, recognized

Summary

The Alabama House recognizes Allen E. Owen III as Board of Trustee Emeritus of Troy University for his long and dedicated service.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill would formally grant Allen E. Owen III the title of Board of Trustee Emeritus at Troy University. It acknowledges his decades of service on the Troy University Board of Trustees, his three degrees from the university, and his involvement with the football team and Pi Kappa Phi. It also notes his military service in the U.S. Marine Corps and Alabama National Guard, as well as his professional roles in government and the private sector, and his leadership as chair of the Athletics Policy Committee guiding Troy Athletics through its NCAA transition.

Who It Affects

• Allen E. Owen III — would receive the honorary title of Board of Trustee Emeritus and formal recognition from the Alabama House.
• Troy University and its campus community — benefit from formal recognition of long-time leadership and contributions, reflecting on the university's history and prestige.

Key Provisions

• Confer the title 'Board of Trustee Emeritus' on Allen E. Owen III.
• Acknowledge Owen's service on the Troy University Board of Trustees since October 13, 1988.
• Highlight his three degrees from Troy University and involvement with the university's football team and Pi Kappa Phi.
• Acknowledge his military service: U.S. Marine Corps (1971–1974) and Alabama National Guard (1977–1999), attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
• Note his professional roles, including Legislative Liaison Office under Governor Guy Hunt and leadership positions at MeadWestvaco.
• Recognize his role as Chair of the Athletics Policy Committee and his leadership in Troy Athletics' NCAA transition.

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