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HJR 251

Memorials, Recognition - Marjie Mahar -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Doc Kumar

Ceremonial HJR 251 commends Luke Hutcheson as the 2025 ASWA Class 2A-Boys Basketball Coach of the Year for Tuscaloosa Academy's 23-2 season, Final Four placement, and leadership.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 251

Summary of Bill: HJR 251 — Coach Luke Hutcheson, commended

Overview

HJR 251 is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution introduced in the Alabama Legislature to publicly commend and congratulate Luke Hutcheson for being named the 2025 Alabama Sports Writers Association (ASWA) Class 2A Boys Basketball Coach of the Year. The bill is strictly a recognition measure and does not create or modify law or direct spending.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize outstanding achievement by a high school coach in Alabama.
  • Honor Luke Hutcheson for his leadership of Tuscaloosa Academy’s boys basketball program during the 2024-25 season.
  • Celebrate the impact of athletics on student development and school spirit.

Key Provisions and Provisions at a Glance

  • The resolution states that Luke Hutcheson is heartily commended for being named the ASWA Class 2A Boys Basketball Coach of the Year for 2025.
  • It highlights the 2024-25 season for Tuscaloosa Academy, noting:
    • The team finished with a 23-2 record.
    • They advanced to the Final Four for the first time since entering the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) in 2022 and finished as runners-up to the state champions.
  • The resolution emphasizes Hutcheson’s role in developing players’ talents, instilling determination, perseverance, camaraderie, and school spirit, and his integrity and leadership within the school community.
  • Final action: The Legislature would, through concurrent adoption by both houses, formally extend its congratulations and best wishes for Hutcheson’s continued success.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary subject: Luke Hutcheson, head coach of Tuscaloosa Academy boys basketball.
  • Indirectly affected: Tuscaloosa Academy (recognition of its coach and program), Alabama students and school community benefiting from statewide ceremonial acknowledgment of athletic achievement.

Procedural and Timeline Context

  • Introduced: April 15, 2025 (Rep. Lamb; Rules) as HJR251.
  • House action: Referred to House Rules; passed out of Rules and reported from the House of Origin.
  • Senate action: Received in the Senate on April 22, 2025 and referred to Senate Rules; actions included a Motion to Adopt (Lovvorn) and passage at the Rules committee level.
  • Status: As of May 8, 2025, the bill is “Reported Out of Committee Second House” (i.e., it advanced to the second chamber and passed committee consideration there).
  • Nature of measure: Non-binding resolution; ceremonial recognition only, with no fiscal impact or regulatory changes.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution uses formal commendation language indicating high regard for Hutcheson’s knowledge and integrity.
  • The measure is a traditional legislative courtesy, reflecting statewide appreciation for a notable coaching achievement.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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