SJR70 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tim MelsonSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Drew Stutts, Coach of the Year, commended

Summary

A Senate Joint Resolution commends Drew Stutts of Freed-Hardeman University for being named the 2024 NAIA Coach of the Year.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally congratulates and pays tribute to Coach Drew Stutts, recognizing his achievements as a college basketball coach. It highlights his 50-win record as FHU’s head coach, a 32-4 season, a share of the Mid-South Conference regular-season title, the conference tournament title, and Freed-Hardeman University’s first national championship. It notes his Alabama roots and his coaching philosophy of teamwork. This is a ceremonial resolution that does not change any laws.

Who It Affects

• Drew Stutts – receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• Alabama residents and the state’s education/athletics community – learn of and are attributed pride in the honoree’s achievements (and it highlights Alabama connections).

Key Provisions

• Commends Drew Stutts for being named the 2024 NAIA Coach of the Year.
• Recognizes his achievements at Freed-Hardeman University, including a 50-win record as head coach, a 32-4 season, a share of the Mid-South Conference regular-season title, the conference tournament title, and the school’s first National Championship.
• Notes Stutts’ Alabama roots and his background (Florence, Alabama; education path listed).
• States that the resolution is a ceremonial tribute and offers best wishes for the future; no changes to law.

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