HJR 257 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Dr. Charles L. Karr, celebrated

This bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes and commends Dr. Charles L. Karr for his distinguished career in higher education and his leadership as president of The University of Alabama in Huntsville. The resolution celebrates his 30+ years of service, highlighting specific achievements such as advancing campus facilities, increasing research funding, and improving student recruitment during his tenure. It serves as an official legislative acknowledgment of his contributions rather than enacting any new policies or funding measures.

Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

Apr 2026

Signed into Law

Apr 2026

Introduced Mar 17, 2026 Signed Apr 15, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits · Apr 15, 2026

MINOR

The bill has transitioned from its introduced draft to its final enrolled version, marking its approval by both legislative chambers. The primary change is the replacement of the bill number with the correct final identifier and the addition of official certification signatures from the Speaker of the House and the Senate President, confirming the text is ready for the Governor's signature.

TECHNICAL

The bill number was updated from the draft identifier '4U7HSRR-1' to the final identifier '4U7HSRR-2'.

Official certification blocks were added at the end of the document, including signatures and dates for the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate, confirming the bill has passed both chambers.

Header text was changed from 'HJR257 INTRODUCED' to 'HJR257 Enrolled' to reflect the bill's final status.

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Amendments

Apr 9, 2026

Upper · Passed

Reported from RULES (RULES)

upper

Apr 6, 2026

Upper · Passed

Reported Out of Committee Second House

upper

Mar 31, 2026

Upper · Passed

Pending Committee Action in Second House (RULES)

upper

Mar 31, 2026

Committee

Received in the Senate and referred to the Senate committee on RULES

upper

Mar 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

Lovvorn motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote

lower

Mar 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported from Rules (Rules)

lower

Mar 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported Out of Committee House of Origin

lower

Mar 17, 2026

Lower · Passed

Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Rules)

lower

Mar 17, 2026

Committee

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

lower

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