HJR127 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Pebblin W. WarrenRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Graham Lamar Champion, death mourned

Summary

HJR127 is a memorial joint resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life of Graham Lamar Champion.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally mourns his passing and honors his life in Alabama's official records. It highlights Champion's work as the owner of Public Strategies, LLC, his respected stance with lawmakers, and his long history of civic service with the Montgomery Rotary Club and as a leader in scouting. It also expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family.

Who It Affects

• Graham Champion's immediate family and close friends, who receive formal recognition and sympathy from the state.
• Members of the Alabama Legislature and the broader Alabama community who knew him or benefited from his public and civic work.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death of Graham Lamar Champion and celebrates his life and contributions to Alabama.
• Recognizes his professional work as owner of Public Strategies, LLC and his reputation for listening to all sides and seeking common ground with lawmakers; acknowledges his civic leadership with the Montgomery Rotary Club and his leadership in scouting (Eagle Scout, Outstanding Eagle Scout 2023, Tukabatchee Area Council president).
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife Linda, his sons Matthew Champion and Lee Walden, grandchildren Landon Champion, Madison Champion, Nate Walden, sister Celie Edwards, and other family.

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