SJR89 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Mike Murphy, commended

Summary

SJR89 is a ceremonial resolution that commends James Michael 'Mike' Murphy for his induction into the Alabama Sports Officials Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

What This Bill Does

It officially recognizes Mike Murphy's achievements in sports officiating and his public service, states that he is heartily congratulated, and offers best wishes for his continued health, prosperity, and success. The resolution describes his long career in basketball officiating, his roles in officiating organizations, and his advocacy for including women in officiating.

Who It Affects

• Mike Murphy – receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature.
• Alabama sports officiating community and the general public – gains visibility of Murphy's contributions and the value of officiating, including his efforts to promote women in officiating.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: The Legislature, in concurrence of both Houses, congratulates and commends Mike Murphy for being inducted into the Alabama Sports Officials Hall of Fame, Class of 2024.
• Provision 2: The resolution expresses high regard and best wishes for Murphy's continued health, prosperity, and success.
• Provision 3: The text highlights Murphy's career and contributions (35+ years in basketball officiating at high school and college levels, 8 years in baseball officiating, leadership roles and advocacy in officiating organizations, and involvement in promoting women in officiating).

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Subjects

Resolutions