HR147 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Juandalynn GivanRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr., congratulated

Summary

HR147 would officially congratulate Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr. for being named the 2025 National Superintendent of the Year and recognize his leadership in Alabama education.

What This Bill Does

The House uses this resolution to publicly commend Dr. Gonsoulin for earning the national title, highlighting that he is the first Alabama educator to do so. It notes his role as Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools (56 schools, 35,000 students) and his leadership in addressing issues like chronic absenteeism and adjusting zoning to expand learning opportunities. The resolution expresses highest honors, gratitude, and sincere appreciation for his contributions to education in Alabama.

Who It Affects

• Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr. — receives formal recognition and official commendation from the Alabama House of Representatives.
• Jefferson County Schools and its students/staff — acknowledged for leadership and impact under his tenure.
• Alabama students, families, and educators statewide — benefit from public recognition of strong educational leadership and its importance.

Key Provisions

• Officially congratulates Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr. for being named the 2025 National Superintendent of the Year at the AASA conference.
• States that he is the first Alabama educator to win the national title.
• Acknowledges his role as Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools (56 schools, 35,000 students) and his leadership achievements.
• Notes his efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism and to adjust district zoning to broaden learning opportunities for all students, regardless of where they live.
• Expresses the House's highest honors and sincere appreciation for his educational leadership.

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