HR381 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kelvin DatcherRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Robert Smith, commended

Summary

HR381 is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Robert Smith on his retirement and recognizing his contributions to Alabama’s telecommunications industry and community.

What This Bill Does

It formally honors Robert Smith for more than 30 years in telecom and his leadership roles with Time Warner Cable/Bright House Networks and in state government affairs. It acknowledges his board work and community involvement, and it extends the Legislature’s congratulations and well-wishes. As a resolution, it does not change laws or create new legal requirements.

Who It Affects

• Robert Smith — receives formal recognition and commendation for his retirement and career.
• Alabama’s telecommunications industry, government affairs sector, and local communities — recognized for his leadership, advocacy, and efforts to improve connectivity and public-private partnerships.

Key Provisions

• Honors and commends Robert Smith for his retirement and distinguished career in telecommunications.
• Recognizes his leadership roles at Time Warner Cable/Bright House Networks and his advocacy for connectivity and broadband access in Alabama.
• Acknowledges his responsibilities as Director of Public Affairs and Senior Manager of State Government Affairs, including work with franchise authorities, acquisitions, franchise renewals, and compliance.
• Commends his service on boards such as the Alabama Cable and Broadband Association, Alabama 911, and the Birmingham Business Alliance Government Affairs Committee.
• Notes his community and civic involvement, including service with Sixth Avenue Baptist Church and mentoring with the Birmingham Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.
• Extends the Legislature’s gratitude and best wishes for a fulfilling retirement.

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