This resolution honors Roosevelt Theodore Hayes, Jr. (a Huntsville, Alabama resident who died December 23, 2025, at age 76) and mourns his passing. It commemorates his life, including his 45-year career with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, NASA work, community service with the Red Cross, and legacy as a family man, expressing sympathy to his surviving family.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 105), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes Mary Ann Jones for her 26 years of public service in Lamar County, Alabama, specifically highlighting her 19-year tenure as Circuit Clerk. The resolution commends her work as the official record keeper and business manager for county courts, her community involvement, and her upcoming retirement. It has no policy impact or effect on laws, funding, or regulations - it is solely an expression of legislative appreciation.
HB 107 creates a special "Combat Veteran" license plate for Alabama motor vehicle owners who served in combat and received specific military medals like the Combat Action Ribbon or Combat Infantry Badge. To qualify, applicants must provide proof (such as a DD Form 214 or the actual medal) and pay a $3 fee per plate. The plate features a branch-specific insignia, the words "COMBAT VETERAN" in bold, and cannot be personalized or transferred. Falsely obtaining this plate is a Class C misdemeanor. The bill directly affects eligible Alabama veterans with combat medals who own private passenger vehicles.
HB 276 allows certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) and certified nurse midwives (CNMs) to endorse physical examination forms for K-12 student athletes, treating these endorsements as equivalent to physician signatures. It requires public schools to only join athletic associations that accept such CRNP/CNM endorsements, prohibiting membership in associations that refuse to accept them. The law applies specifically to physicals verifying student eligibility for school athletic participation and takes effect October 1, 2026. This change directly affects K-12 schools, athletic associations, and healthcare providers who conduct these physicals.
HB 175 creates a state income tax credit for Alabama farmers and food establishments that donate safe-to-eat farm products (like fruits, vegetables, dairy, or meat) to qualifying food banks. Donors can claim a credit equal to 15% of the donated food's value (capped at $5,000 per year), calculated using federal tax rules for charitable food donations. The credit is limited to $2 million total statewide annually and expires after the 2031 tax year, with applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis until the cap is reached. The bill takes effect in 2027 and aims to encourage food donations without requiring recipients to pay for the donations.
HB 343 removes a requirement that Alabama's rural electrification authorities and electric membership corporations must obtain written approval from the Department of Finance before issuing bonds. Currently, these entities must file a petition with the Department, hold a public hearing, and get written consent before selling bonds. The bill eliminates this approval process, allowing them to issue bonds without prior Department review. This change directly affects rural electric utilities that rely on bond financing for infrastructure projects.
This resolution (HR 94) is a formal expression of mourning and tribute for Barbara Ann Coleman Sharp, a Mobile, Alabama resident and longtime educator who died on February 2, 2026, at age 70. It honors her 30-year career teaching at John Will Elementary School, her service at Delaware Street Missionary Baptist Church, and her life as a devoted family member. The resolution records the House's "deep sadness" at her passing and extends condolences to her surviving family, including her fiancé, sons, grandchildren, and extended family. It does not create any new policy or affect any group beyond commemorating her life.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 93) passed by the Alabama House of Representatives to honor Russell Davis upon his retirement. It commends him for 41 years of service as Executive Vice President of the Home Builders Association of Alabama (HBAA), including his leadership of the HBAA's 8,000-member organization and the Alabama Home Builders Self Insurers Fund. The resolution recognizes his professional achievements, military service, and industry awards, offering "highest tribute" as he begins retirement. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or financial provisions - it solely expresses legislative appreciation.
This resolution (HR 91) formally commends Cathy Waller McGowin for eight years of service on the Alabama Women's Commission, including her role as Commission Chair since 2020. It highlights her nursing career, community volunteer work (such as with Camp Rap-A-Hope and the Junior League of Mobile), and leadership in initiatives like the 211KNOW text program. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for her contributions to women's and family services in Alabama.
HR 95 is a resolution commending Kris Sullivan for his 18-year service as Executive Pastor of First Baptist Church of Tuscaloosa. It recognizes his leadership during the 2011 tornado recovery, pandemic ministry adaptations, and financial management that made the church debt-free by 2020. The resolution expresses the Alabama House's gratitude for his service to the congregation and community, highlighting his work with local food banks, missions, and emergency response. As a purely commemorative resolution, it does not create any new policy or affect legislation.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 98), not a policy bill. It formally honors the life and legacy of Frank Poole, Jr. of Montgomery, Alabama, who died on January 31, 2026, at age 80. The resolution expresses the Alabama House of Representatives' deep sadness at his passing and recognizes his roles as a devoted family man, longtime Montgomery City Hall mail carrier, and active church member. It serves as a tribute to his life and extends condolences to his family, including his wife of 59 years, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
HB 165 requires Alabama's public colleges and universities to submit annual reports by October 31 detailing all state and federal funds received and spent, broken down by funding source. These reports must be certified as accurate by each institution and include specific plans for operating if state or federal funding decreases. The Alabama Community College System must follow the same reporting requirements. The Executive Budget Office will compile these reports to track funding flows and institutional planning. This bill focuses on transparency and accountability in higher education funding, not on changing funding levels or student benefits.
