SJR152 Summary

• Commends Senator Hinton Mitchem for 32 years of distinguished legislative service to Senate District 9 (Marshall and Blount Counties) and the State of Alabama, having first been elected in 1978.

• Recognizes Mitchem's service as President Pro Tempore of the Senate from January 2007 to February 2009 and his active participation in committees including Agriculture, Commerce, Finance and Taxation, Health, Rules, and Veterans and Military Affairs.

• Notes Mitchem's background as a U.S. Coast Guard veteran with a Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Georgia and his prominence in civic organizations including the Alabama Special Olympics, Rotary Club, and Jaycees.

• Acknowledges Mitchem's honors including Albertville's Outstanding Young Man (1974), Outstanding Senator (1984 and 1985), and Legislator of the Year (2001).

• Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Senator Mitchem with highest esteem and appreciation.