SJR38 Alabama 2024 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Andrew JonesSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2024
Title: Chris Dendy, death mourned
Summary: SJR38 is a ceremonial Alabama Senate joint resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Chris Abney Zeigler Dendy for her work as an ADHD educator, advocate, and author.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution records Chris Dendy's death with deep sadness, expresses heartfelt sympathy to her family, and pays tribute to her life and extensive work in ADHD education and advocacy. It highlights her roles as a teacher, school psychologist, mental health administrator, advocate, author, and CHADD leader, and notes her lasting impact on Alabama and national conversations about ADHD and executive function deficits. The resolution formally memorializes her contributions and is presented as a ceremonial tribute by the Legislature.

Who It Affects
Chris Dendy's family and close friends who receive formal recognition and condolences from the state
ADHD education and advocacy communities, including CHADD members and ADHD professionals, who recognize her contributions and leadership
Alabama educators, mental health professionals, and nonprofit/community organizations influenced by her work and legacy

Key Provisions
Records the death of Chris Abney Zeigler Dendy with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to her family
Celebrates and tribute’s Dendy's life, achievements, and legacy in ADHD education, training, and advocacy
Acknowledges her roles as a teacher, school psychologist, mental health administrator, author, trainer, and CHADD leader, including specific recognitions and publications
States that the resolution is offered by the Alabama Legislature, with both houses concurring, as a formal ceremonial tribute

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