SJR 35 Alabama Senate · 2026 Regular Session

William Riley Hawkins, Jr., commended

This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 35) commending William Riley "Bill" Hawkins, Jr. for his 20+ years of service as an Associate State Director with AARP Alabama, prior to his retirement. It formally recognizes his dedication to empowering seniors, fighting fraud, and improving quality of life for older Alabamians, along with his leadership as President of the Association of County Commissions of Alabama. The resolution expresses the Legislature's "profound appreciation" and "utmost gratitude" for his career, but contains no policy changes or binding requirements. It is purely symbolic, with no direct effect on laws, funding, or individuals beyond the expression of honor.

Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2026

Committee Review

Feb 2026

Signed into Law

Feb 2026

Introduced Feb 10, 2026 Signed Feb 25, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits · Feb 25, 2026

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The bill 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, adding the official title, and including certification signatures from the Senate and House leadership to finalize the document for printing and distribution.

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The bill number was updated from 9JDGKMM-1 to 9JDGKMM-2 to reflect the final version.

The status header was changed from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' to indicate the bill has passed all stages.

Official certification text and signature lines for the Senate and House were added to validate the bill's passage.

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Amendments

Feb 17, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported from Rules (Rules)

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Feb 17, 2026

Lower · Passed

Reported Out of Committee Second House

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Feb 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

Pending Committee Action in Second House (Rules)

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Feb 12, 2026

Committee

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

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Feb 10, 2026

Upper · Passed

Waggoner motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote

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