SJR7 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

William Jelks Cabaniss, Jr., death mourned

Summary

SJR7 is a memorial resolution by the Alabama Legislature mourning the death and celebrating the life of William Jelks Cabaniss, Jr., a U.S. Army veteran, former Alabama legislator, and former ambassador.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of William Jelks Cabaniss, Jr. on February 2, 2025, at age 86, and expresses profound sorrow. It honors his public service in Alabama government, including eight years in the State Senate and earlier service in the House, his role as U.S. ambassador to the Czech Republic (2004-2006), and his leadership in business and civic activities. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and notes the lasting impact of his work on Alabama and international relations. The resolution stands as a formal tribute and record by the Legislature.

Who It Affects

• Family and loved ones of William Jelks Cabaniss, Jr., who receive formal condolences and a commemorative tribute.
• The Alabama community and public, including veterans, business leaders, and civic organizations, who recognize and remember his contributions.

Key Provisions

• Mourns the death and memorializes the life of William Jelks Cabaniss, Jr., recording the death with deep sadness and offering sympathy to his family.
• Recites his life achievements and service: U.S. Army veteran (Airborne Ranger; Army Commendation Medal), businessman (Precision Grinding, Inc.), Alabama House of Representatives member (starting in 1978), Alabama State Senate member (1982 for eight years), U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic (2004-2006), and involvement with not-for-profit organizations, boards, and civic groups; honors include induction into the Alabama Academy of Honor (2004) and the Alabama Business Hall of Fame (2006).
• Notes personal details and survivors, including his wife, children, sister, grandchildren, fiancé, and other family connections, as well as predeceased relatives.
• Declares that the resolution is presented by both houses of the Legislature as a tribute to his life and as an expression of heartfelt sympathy.

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Subjects

Resolutions