HJR 11 is a ceremonial resolution declaring November 2026 as "Diabetes Month" in Alabama. It does not create new laws or programs but formally recognizes the significance of diabetes awareness in the state. The resolution encourages Alabamians, schools, healthcare providers, and organizations to engage in activities promoting diabetes prevention, treatment, and support during November. This resolution directly affects all Alabama residents by acknowledging a public health concern impacting over 553,000 people with diabetes and 1.3 million with prediabetes in the state.
HJR 26 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing McKenzie Fuller as Miss Jacksonville State University 2025. It commends her for achievements including leading the "Reading Rockets" literacy initiative (which collected 2,500 books and visited 43 classrooms), hosting a "Girls in STEAM" event, and representing the university at the Miss Alabama Competition. The resolution formally honors her service to literacy, education, and youth empowerment in Alabama. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to publicly acknowledge her contributions.
HJR 6 is a ceremonial resolution designating April 5, 2026, as "Booker T. Washington Day" in Alabama. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or groups; it solely serves to recognize Booker T. Washington's historical contributions as an educator and leader. The resolution cites his founding of Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University), his advocacy for vocational education, and his role in African American advancement. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect and is purely commemorative.
This resolution (HJR 63) commends the Dale County School System for earning a 95 overall score on Alabama’s State and Federal Report Cards - the highest score ever recorded by a county school system in Alabama. It recognizes the system’s 3,200 students, 418 employees, and specific schools (including Dale County High School and G.W. Long schools) for academic excellence. The resolution also highlights Superintendent Ben Baker’s leadership and community partnerships. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change policies - it solely offers formal recognition.
HJR 64 is a ceremonial resolution commending Anita Haggerty for her 34-year service as Tallapoosa County 911 Director, recognizing her role in establishing the county's 911 system in 1994 and implementing key improvements like E911 and GIS technology. The resolution expresses legislative gratitude for her leadership, training of dispatchers, and contributions to emergency response safety. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is purely a formal expression of appreciation for her retirement from the full-time director role (while noting she will continue part-time).
HB 348 requires that individuals in Alabama who are undocumented (defined as "illegal aliens" under state law) and charged with violent offenses be held in custody without bail until a court conducts a pretrial hearing. At this hearing, the court must deny bail if no amount would reasonably ensure the defendant’s court appearance or protect public safety, and the bill establishes a legal presumption that undocumented immigrants are inherently likely to flee, which courts must give significant weight. The court must consider factors like the crime’s severity, community danger, and the defendant’s background, but the presumption of flight risk based solely on immigration status is a key factor. This law applies to all undocumented individuals charged with violent offenses as defined by Alabama law and takes effect on October 1, 2026.
HB 310 proposes a constitutional amendment for Limestone County, Alabama, that would allow residents aged 65 or older to claim a property tax exemption on their primary residence. To qualify, homeowners must have lived in the property as their main home for at least five years and own it as a single-family residence. The exemption freezes the property’s assessed value from the year before claiming it (for the 2026 value, effective October 2027), while requiring continued residency and maintaining other eligible exemptions. This change requires voter approval through a statewide election under Alabama’s constitutional amendment process.
HJR 69 is a symbolic resolution designating January as National Blood Donor Month in Alabama. It directly affects Alabamians by encouraging blood donation through official recognition, urging citizens to donate regularly and businesses to sponsor blood drives with organizations like LifeSouth Community Blood Centers. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges the importance of voluntary blood donors in maintaining a stable blood supply for patients, including trauma victims, cancer patients, and newborns. It references Alabama's local blood center's role in supporting emergency services and addresses the national challenge of low donor rates (only 3% of eligible people donate).
This is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 70), not a policy bill. It formally commends the Alabama Scenic River Trail (ASRT) for its role in promoting Alabama's waterways and the winners of the 2025 Great Alabama 650 paddle race. The resolution recognizes the ASRT's expansion to over 6,300 miles of waterways and the race's seventh annual success, highlighting specific winners' completion times. It has no policy impact or new requirements - it solely offers symbolic recognition.
HJR 71 is a ceremonial resolution commending Roberta Swann for her retirement as Director of the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program after over 20 years of service. It recognizes her leadership in securing over $100 million in funding for coastal restoration projects and developing watershed management plans across Mobile and Baldwin Counties. The resolution does not create new policies or affect any laws - it is a formal expression of legislative appreciation for her environmental stewardship and community collaboration. This type of resolution is standard practice for honoring public officials upon retirement.
This resolution (HJR 43) proposes naming a bridge on Alabama Highway 63 over Sugar Creek in Alexander City as the "Dr. Larry Tuggle Memorial Bridge." It honors Dr. Larry Tuggle, a local engineer, Marine Corps veteran, and long-time community volunteer who died in 2021, recognizing his service to Alexander City through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and the volunteer fire department. The resolution encourages the Alabama Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to name the bridge and install appropriate signage, though it does not mandate the change. This is a commemorative gesture, not a policy or funding measure.
HB 80 modifies how eviction notices must be delivered to tenants. It allows notices to be given to any adult resident ("sui juris") living on the property instead of requiring personal service to the defendant. This change directly affects tenants facing eviction and law enforcement officers serving eviction notices. The bill focuses on procedural changes to the notice delivery process under existing eviction law. It is currently pending in the House Judiciary Committee.
