Ann Bedsole Holmes, honored and commemorated

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Elliott

The bill ceremonially commemorates Ann Bedsole Holmes, recognizing her contributions with official Alabama recognition and proclamations.

Enacted

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Summary of SJR 19 (2026 Regular Session, Alabama)

Purpose and intent

SJR 19 is a joint resolution that honors and commemorates Ann Bedsole Holmes. The bill designates a formal recognition of her life and contributions, reflecting a ceremonial or commemorative acknowledgment by the Alabama Legislature.

Key provisions

The resolution expresses official commendation and remembrance of Ann Bedsole Holmes.

It typically includes a statement of her achievements, impact, and contributions to the state or community.

The measure authorizes or directs appropriate state officers or offices to reflect the memorial recognition, which may include official proclamations or ceremonial acknowledgments.

Who is affected

The primary effect is symbolic and ceremonial, recognizing Ann Bedsole Holmes on behalf of the State of Alabama.

Government offices and agencies involved in legislative ceremonies or commemorations may participate in making and conveying the recognition.

Procedural and timeline details

Introduction and consideration: The bill progressed through the legislative process in both chambers, with involvement from the Rules committees.

House actions: Referred to the House Rules committee, reported out, enrolled, and ready to enroll, indicating passage through the lower chamber.

Senate actions: The bill was delivered to the Governor after passage in the Senate, suggesting it originated in or moved through the Senate prior to final enrollment.

Enacted: The action history shows an enacted status on February 4, 2026, indicating the bill completed the legislative process and received (or was prepared for) signature, finalizing its status.

Sponsorship

Co-sponsor: Chris Elliott

The presence of a co-sponsor indicates broader legislative support or collaboration in recognizing this figure.

Practical impact

Given its commemorative nature, there are no substantive policy changes, fiscal implications, or regulatory mandates attached to the bill.

The primary impact is ceremonial acknowledgment, which may be used in official proclamations, ceremonies, or public records announcing the recognition of Ann Bedsole Holmes.

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