House Resolution 81 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Scott StadthagenRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Kenneth Thompson, death mourned

Summary

HR81 is a House of Representatives memorial resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Kenneth 'Kenny' Thompson of Hartselle, Alabama.

What This Bill Does

HR81 would record the death of Kenneth 'Kenny' Thompson with deep sadness and offer a formal tribute to his life. It recognizes his nearly four decades of public service on the Hartselle City Council (1980-1992 and 2004-2025), including time as council president, and notes his roles as a teacher, principal, and coach. The resolution also expresses heartfelt sympathy to his surviving family and serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Alabama House without creating changes to state law.

Who It Affects

• Kenneth Thompson's family and close friends, who receive formal tribute and sympathy.
• Residents of Hartselle and Alabama communities who recognize his long public service and community contributions.

Key Provisions

• Declares the death of Kenneth 'Kenny' Thompson and records it with deep sadness.
• Offers tribute to his life and expresses heartfelt sympathy for his family.
• Recognizes his nearly four decades of service on the Hartselle City Council and his role as council president, along with his work as a teacher, principal, and coach.
• Provides for the memorial resolution to be included in the official records and acknowledges his contributions without creating changes to state law.

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