House Resolution 16 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Phillip EnslerRepresentative

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Claudette Colvin, death mourned

Summary

HR16 is a Alabama House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Claudette Colvin and mourning her death.

What This Bill Does

HR16 mourns Claudette Colvin's death and celebrates her life and contributions. It recognizes her early life in Birmingham, her 1955 act of civil disobedience, and her role in Browder v. Gayle, noting their impact on ending bus segregation. The resolution expresses sympathy to her family and records her death as a formal tribute from the state.

Who It Affects

• Claudette Colvin's family and close friends receive official recognition and heartfelt sympathy from the state.
• Alabama residents and the civil rights history community gain public acknowledgement of Colvin's contributions, helping educate people about her impact.

Key Provisions

• Expresses condolences and celebrates Claudette Colvin's life and legacy.
• Acknowledges Colvin's biography and civil rights contributions (birth in Birmingham, 1955 bus incident, Browder v. Gayle) and extends sympathy to her family.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions