HB 95 requires election officials to conduct a post-election audit after statewide general elections. The audit must begin no earlier than 31 days after the election or after any election contest period ends (whichever is sooner), and must be completed within 30 days of starting. This bill directly affects state election administrators who manage the audit process. The key provision sets strict timing rules to ensure audits occur after the election results are finalized but before the next election cycle. It does not change voting procedures or eligibility, only the schedule for mandatory audits.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment requiring all Alabama public K-12 schools to broadcast or permit school-sanctioned performances of the first stanza of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at least once weekly during school hours. Local school boards would need to adopt policies to implement this, using only Library of Congress-archived recordings or sheet music. The requirement applies directly to every public K-12 school in Alabama, with no exemptions specified. The amendment must be approved by voters in a statewide election to become part of the state constitution.
This bill is a resolution honoring Dorothy Williams on the occasion of her 95th birthday. It formally recognizes her historic achievement as the first Black professional to serve in the Anesthesia Department of Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco and Oakland. The resolution also acknowledges her long career in nursing and her continued community involvement in Alabama.
This bill is a resolution that formally commends the Auburn University Men's Basketball Team, Head Coach Steven Pearl, and the university community for winning the 2026 National Invitation Tournament Championship. The text highlights the team's victory over the University of Tulsa in overtime and notes that Kevin Overton was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player. As a procedural measure, the resolution offers official praise and tribute to the team's achievements rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This bill is a resolution that formally honors Chief Jerry Taylor for his 38 years of service in law enforcement. It recognizes his career path, which includes roles with the Mobile Police Department, Mobile County Sheriff's Office, and leadership positions in Creola, Mount Vernon, and Jackson. The text highlights his various specialized duties, such as serving on the SWAT Team and Honor Guard, and notes that he is retiring on April 30, 2026. Ultimately, the legislation expresses gratitude for his contributions to public safety and acknowledges the respect he has earned from his peers and the communities he served.
This Senate resolution formally designates Alabama as "The River State" to honor the historical and ongoing importance of its waterways. The measure recognizes that rivers have long been central to the state's identity, economy, and development, as seen in both its original and current official seals. By adopting this title, the legislature aims to celebrate Alabama's natural resources and reaffirm its commitment to preserving them for future generations. This symbolic action does not alter laws or create new regulations but serves as an official statement of state pride and environmental stewardship.
This bill proposes renaming a specific section of Highway 21 in Munford, Alabama, to the Jackie Swinford Memorial Highway in honor of Jackie Swinford. It directs the Department of Transportation to work with local officials to place signs marking this new name along the route from the town's southern limit to its northern limit. The legislation emphasizes that any implementation must be done responsibly regarding costs and in accordance with existing laws.
This bill requests that the Alabama Department of Transportation name a specific section of Talladega County Road 047 as Munford Boulevard. The designated stretch runs between the intersections with Highway 21 and Jennifer Road within Talladega County. If approved, the state agency would work with local officials to install appropriate signs marking this new name while considering budget constraints. This measure is a commemorative resolution that does not alter traffic laws or impose new regulations on drivers.
Special Order Calendar SR 123 establishes a specific agenda for the thirtieth legislative day of the Alabama Senate, prioritizing a list of bills over regular business. This procedural resolution directly affects the legislative schedule by ensuring that designated bills, such as those concerning higher education faculty roles, rural health antitrust immunity, and voter information costs, are considered first. The key mechanism is a formal resolution that sets the order of business, allowing the Senate to address these specific topics immediately upon adoption.
HR 360 is a resolution that formally commends Ms. Jawana Jackson and The Henry Ford Museum for their work in relocating the historic Jackson Home to Michigan. The bill recognizes the home's significance as a site where civil rights leaders planned the 1965 Voting Rights Act and acknowledges the successful 1,060-mile move of the house and its 9,000 artifacts to Greenfield Village. This resolution serves as an official expression of appreciation rather than a law that changes policy or affects public funding.
This bill is a resolution honoring Pauline Lacy, a Huntsville resident who passed away on April 5, 2026. It formally recognizes her life as a dedicated worker, community leader, and family member known for her generosity and faith. The resolution expresses the legislature's sympathy to her family and celebrates her legacy rather than changing any laws or policies.
This bill is a resolution that formally records the death of John Barratt Rudulph, Jr., a Birmingham resident who passed away in March 2026. It honors his life by detailing his background, including his education, military service, and decades-long career in real estate, as well as his community involvement and family contributions. The text serves as a commemorative statement expressing sadness over his passing and celebrating his legacy of faith and kindness. As a procedural measure, it does not create new laws or alter policy but instead acknowledges the loss of a specific individual within the legislative body.
