SJR 41 Alabama Senate · 2025 Regular Session

John F. Smith III, commended

SJR 41 is a ceremonial resolution commending John F. "Trey" Smith III, a mathematics and science educator, for his professional achievements. It highlights his work as a Presidential Award-winning teacher, his role as an Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow on Capitol Hill, and his contributions to education policy and programs. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a formal expression of recognition with no binding effect or new legislation. It was introduced by Alabama Senator Beasley and is currently moving through committee.

Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2025

Committee Review

Apr 2025

Senate Passage

Mar 2025

Signed into Law

Apr 2025

Introduced Mar 18, 2025 Signed Apr 8, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 4 edits · Apr 8, 2025

MODERATE

The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to its final enrolled version, primarily changing the document status from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' and updating internal tracking numbers. The substantive policy content of the bill remains unchanged, with only formatting and certification language added to reflect its final passage through the legislature.

TECHNICAL

Changed document title from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' on multiple pages

Updated internal tracking number from G3YU92C-1 to G3YU92C-2

Added certification signatures and dates for Senate and House passage

Changed RFD designation from blank to 'Rules'

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Apr 1, 2025

Lower · Passed

Reported from Rules (Rules)

lower

Apr 1, 2025

Lower · Passed

Reported Out of Committee Second House

lower

Mar 19, 2025

Lower · Passed

Pending Committee Action in Second House (Rules)

lower

Mar 19, 2025

Committee

Received in the House and referred to the House committee on Rules

lower

Mar 18, 2025

Upper · Passed

Beasley motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors