HJR 6 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Booker T. Washington Day, recognized

HJR 6 is a ceremonial resolution designating April 5, 2026, as "Booker T. Washington Day" in Alabama. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or groups; it solely serves to recognize Booker T. Washington's historical contributions as an educator and leader. The resolution cites his founding of Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University), his advocacy for vocational education, and his role in African American advancement. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect and is purely commemorative.

Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

Feb 2026

Signed into Law

Feb 2026

Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Signed Feb 19, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits · Feb 19, 2026

MINOR

The bill changed from an 'Introduced' draft to an 'Enrolled' final version, incorporating specific formatting updates and adding historical details about Booker T. Washington's life and achievements. The substantive policy content remains the same: recognizing April 5, 2026, as Booker T. Washington Day in Alabama.

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Updated the bill number from NR6HG88-1 to NR6HG88-2 and changed the status header from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled'.

Added specific biographical details to the 'Whereas' clauses, including Washington's birthplace, his mother's role, his education at Hampton Institute, and his founding of the National Negro Business League.

Included signature lines for the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate, along with certification dates for House and Senate passage.

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Feb 10, 2026

Upper · Passed

Reported from RULES (RULES)

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Feb 9, 2026

Upper · Passed

Reported Out of Committee Second House

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Jan 27, 2026

Upper · Passed

Pending Committee Action in Second House (RULES)

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Jan 27, 2026

Committee

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

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Jan 22, 2026

Lower · Passed

Lovvorn motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote

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Jan 22, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported from Rules (Rules)

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Jan 22, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported Out of Committee House of Origin

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Jan 13, 2026

Lower · Passed

Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Rules)

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Jan 13, 2026

Committee

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

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