SJR 115 Alabama Senate · 2026 Regular Session

John R. Cooper, commended

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends John R. Cooper for his long and distinguished service as the Director of the Alabama Department of Transportation. The resolution highlights his record tenure, which includes significant achievements such as overseeing major infrastructure projects and implementing key transportation legislation. While the bill acknowledges his contributions to the state's transportation system, it does not create any new laws or change existing policies. Instead, it serves as an official expression of gratitude from the Alabama Legislature to Cooper for his leadership.

Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2026

Committee Review

Apr 2026

Signed into Law

Apr 2026

Introduced Apr 7, 2026 Signed Apr 15, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 4 edits · Apr 15, 2026

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The bill has transitioned from its initial introduction to its final enrolled version, marking the completion of the legislative process. The primary changes involve updating the bill number in the header, adding 'Rules' to the filing reference, and replacing the 'Introduced' status with 'Enrolled' throughout the document. Additionally, the final pages have been added to include official signatures and certification statements from the Senate and House of Representatives.

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The bill number in the header was updated from ZQLEPKR-1 to ZQLEPKR-2.

The filing reference was updated to include 'Rules' after the RFD label.

The document status was changed from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' to reflect its final passage.

New pages were added containing signature lines for the Senate President, House Speaker, and certification of passage by both chambers.

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Apr 8, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported from Rules (Rules)

lower

Apr 8, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported Out of Committee Second House

lower

Apr 7, 2026

Lower · Passed

Pending Committee Action in Second House (Rules)

lower

Apr 7, 2026

Committee

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

lower

Apr 7, 2026

Upper · Passed

Chambliss motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote

upper

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