SJR 83 Alabama Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Mr. Jim America, commended

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Mr. Jim America for his seven years of service on the Athens State University Board of Trustees. The resolution recognizes his leadership roles, including his time as board vice chair and committee chair, as well as his professional background in human resources and engineering. It highlights specific achievements during his tenure, such as the development of new academic programs and campus facilities. This legislative document serves as an official expression of appreciation rather than a policy change or funding measure.
Bill status signed all 3 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 12, 2026 Signed Apr 2, 2026
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Introduced Enrolled · 3 edits · Apr 2, 2026
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The bill has progressed 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 'An Act', and including certification signatures from Senate and House leadership to confirm passage. These are standard procedural steps required to finalize a bill for the Governor's signature, rather than substantive policy alterations.
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The bill number was updated from 4U7C6R3-1 to 4U7C6R3-2 to reflect its final status.

Added the formal title 'Enrolled, An Act' and certification pages with signatures from the Senate President and House Speaker to validate the bill's passage.

Removed draft-specific headers and page numbers associated with the initial introduction stage.

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Actions timeline

Total actions
10
Key actions
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Committee
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Amendments
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Mar 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from Rules (Rules)
lower
Mar 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Out of Committee Second House
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in Second House (Rules)
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Committee
Received in the House and referred to the House committee on Rules
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
Orr motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Arthur Orr
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