HJR311 Alabama 2025 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Chip BrownRepresentative
Republican
Session: 2025 Regular Session
Title: Coach Wesley Porter, commended
Summary: A House Joint Resolution that commends Retired Staff Sergeant Wesley Porter for his leadership and mentorship in robotics education and his impact on Alabama's STEM efforts.
What This Bill Does
It would publicly recognize Wesley Porter for guiding the Alba Robotics Team 14180A, The Super Novas, and for helping students succeed in robotics and STEM. The resolution highlights the team's 2025 U.S. Open Robotics Tournament achievement and Porter's Mentor of the Year award as examples of his impact. It states the Legislature's appreciation and supports ongoing focus on STEM education in Alabama.

Who It Affects
Retired Staff Sergeant Wesley Porter — receives formal state commendation for his leadership and mentorship in robotics education.
Alabama students, teachers, and the broader STEM community — benefit from public recognition of successful mentorship and may be inspired to pursue STEM activities.

Key Provisions
Official commendation of Wesley Porter for his leadership and mentorship in robotics education and for his contributions to STEM in Alabama.
Recognition of The Super Novas' achievements under Porter's guidance and a statement encouraging ongoing support and participation in STEM education within Alabama.

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