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HJR 277 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Drake State Community and Technical College, commended

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Drake State Community and Technical College for its 65th anniversary and contributions to education in North Alabama. The resolution highlights the college's history since its 1961 founding, its role in workforce development, and its partnerships with industry leaders in fields like aerospace and advanced manufacturing. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the institution's achievements and impact on the state's economy and educational landscape.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill formally recognizes Drake State Community and Technical College for its contributions to education and workforce development, celebrating its 65th anniversary and positive impact on the community.75% confidence
Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Signed Apr 15, 2026
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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits · Apr 15, 2026
MINOR
The bill changed from an 'Introduced' draft to an 'Enrolled' final version, incorporating substantive corrections to the college's location and history. The text was updated to reflect that Drake State is located in Huntsville, Alabama (not North Alabama), and accurately describes its founding in 1961 and renaming in 1966. The final version also includes official certification signatures from the House and Senate, confirming the bill's passage and final approval.
SCOPE

Corrected the geographic location of the college from 'North Alabama' to 'Huntsville, Alabama' to accurately reflect the institution's actual location.

Updated the historical narrative to clarify that the institution was originally named 'Huntsville State Vocational Technical School' and renamed in 1966 to honor Joseph Fanning Drake.

TECHNICAL

Added official certification blocks with signatures and dates from the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate, marking the bill as officially enrolled and passed.

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Total actions
13
Key actions
7
Committee
8
Amendments
1
Apr 9, 2026
Upper · Passed
Reported from RULES (RULES)
upper
Apr 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
Reported Out of Committee Second House
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Upper · Passed
Pending Committee Action in Second House (RULES)
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Committee
Received in the Senate and referred to the Senate committee on RULES
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Lovvorn motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote
lower
Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from Rules (Rules)
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Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
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Mar 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Rules)
lower
Mar 19, 2026
Committee
Received in the House and referred to the House committee on Rules
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