HJR47 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Terri CollinsRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); supporting the creation of a bicameral HBCU Legislative Caucus

Summary

The bill expresses support for forming a bicameral HBCU Legislative Caucus in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the resolution would publicly express support for establishing a bicameral HBCU Legislative Caucus in the Alabama Legislature. It would encourage members from both chambers to participate and work together on HBCU-related issues. It does not create a law, provide funding, or grant new powers in itself; any caucus formation would occur through separate actions.

Who It Affects

• HBCUs in Alabama and their students and staff, who may receive greater attention and advocacy on HBCU issues
• Alabama lawmakers from both chambers who would participate in or form a bicameral HBCU caucus

Key Provisions

• Expresses support for creating a bicameral HBCU Legislative Caucus
• Encourages participation and collaboration from members of both chambers on HBCU-related issues
• States that the resolution does not authorize funding or create enforceable powers; such actions would require separate steps

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano-2025-08-07 on Apr 7, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Legislature