House Resolution 91 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Terri CollinsRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Cathy Waller McGowin, commended

Summary

A House of Representatives resolution commends Cathy Waller McGowin for eight years of service on the Alabama Women's Commission and recognizes her leadership and community work in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally honor Cathy Waller McGowin for her eight years on the Alabama Women's Commission, including her role as chair since October 2020. It highlights her background in nursing and her extensive volunteer and leadership work in Mobile and across the state, and it notes initiatives she helped advance, such as the 211KNOW text messaging program, a university study on parental cell phone use and preschool development, and the Lunch and Learn program for Alabama agency leaders.

Who It Affects

• Cathy Waller McGowin — receives formal public commendation and recognition for her service and leadership
• Alabama residents, especially women, children, and families, who may benefit from the Commission's initiatives and from public acknowledgment of service and leadership

Key Provisions

• Commends Cathy Waller McGowin for eight years of exemplary service on the Alabama Women's Commission.
• Recognizes McGowin's background, leadership roles, and charitable/volunteer work in Alabama, including gubernatorial appointments and chairmanship of the Commission.
• Acknowledges initiatives associated with her tenure (211KNOW, university study on parental cell phone use and preschool development, Lunch and Learn program for agency leaders).
• Notes her involvement with other organizations and boards (e.g., Camp Rap-A-Hope, Junior League of Mobile, Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention) and her faith community involvement.
• Declares the resolution as a formal expression of admiration and best wishes for McGowin's future endeavors.

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