House Joint Resolution 278 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes Rheem Manufacturing Company on its 100th anniversary. It commends the company for its contributions, including providing jobs and supporting communities in Alabama since 1925.
House Bill 288 authorizes the Alabama Commission on Higher Education to award loan assistance to licensed athletic trainers. This assistance would be provided under the existing Alabama Math and Science Teacher Education Program. A maximum of 10 percent of annual appropriations for the program can be allocated to athletic trainers, who must not also receive grants from the Athletic Trainer Secondary School Incentive Program. The bill prioritizes eligible educators for loan assistance before awarding it to athletic trainers if funding is limited, and requires the commission to develop an accountability plan for the program.
HB 416 revises requirements for the placement of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on school property. The bill mandates that AEDs be clearly marked and easily accessible in all athletic event spaces on school grounds, such as gymnasiums, practice fields, and weight rooms, whenever students, athletes, or staff are present. It also requires AEDs to be available at any school-sponsored athletic event or activity. This aims to ensure readiness for sudden cardiac arrest for students, athletes, and staff in these school settings.
HJR 276 is a commemorative resolution that celebrates Eunie Walldorf Smith on the occasion of her 90th birthday and honors her many years of public service in the State of Alabama.
SB 236 revises the structure and rules for regional mental health authority boards, which oversee mental health services in local areas. The bill mandates that executive committees of these boards must include at least one active sheriff or their representative and one active judge of probate, if those officials are already serving on the main board. Additionally, it prevents these boards from imposing extra qualifications for their directors through their corporate documents. The bill also updates the requirements for what constitutes a quorum for both the full board and its executive committee.
HJR 337 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the 250th anniversaries of the United States Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. It encourages military installations, veterans, and all Alabamians to participate in commemorative activities, such as cake-cutting ceremonies, on the specific anniversary dates for each branch in 2025.
HJR 290 creates a Study Commission on Protecting Minors from Online and Technological Threats. This commission is established to investigate issues concerning the safety of minors in the digital environment. An amendment to the bill specifies that members from the Broadband Association and Children's of Alabama will be appointed to this commission.
SJR 70 is a resolution that supports the 2030 Census Redistricting Data Program. This program allows states and local governments to help define voting districts and suggest census block boundaries for population counts. The resolution specifically encourages counties to participate in the "Block Boundary Suggestion Project." Through this project, counties can collaborate with the Legislative Reapportionment Office to identify, add, or correct geographical features, ensuring accurate census data for drawing state and local voting districts.
SB 82 establishes a specific process within criminal procedure for the recall of warrants. It mandates that presiding judges and prosecuting attorneys review warrants to determine if they should be recalled. If a recall is deemed appropriate, the warrants are then officially recalled pursuant to the presiding judge's order. This affects individuals with outstanding warrants and involves the judicial and prosecutorial branches.
House Resolution 373 is a commemorative resolution that commends the Vincent Yellow Jackets Baseball Team. It recognizes their achievement in winning the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 2A State Baseball Championship.
HR 372 is a resolution commending Rebecca Recke for her 34-year career in education, athletics, and community service. It recognizes her extensive contributions as a teacher, coach, and school bus driver, and wishes her well in her retirement.
HR 374 is a resolution designating Representative Ron Bolton as the recipient of the 2025 Shroud Award, also known as the Goat Hill 105. This award is given to a bill that, despite good intentions, failed due to its complexity. Representative Bolton's House Bill 18, which aimed to revise child passenger restraint system requirements, is cited as the reason for the award.
