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AL HJR137

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/19/2011

Primary Sponsor

Dexter Grimsley

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2011

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 5, 2011, as the National Day of Prayer in the State of Alabama
  • Notes that the Continental Congress first proclaimed the National Day of Prayer in 1775
  • Cites Congress legislation from 1952 establishing a Day of Prayer and the 1988 designation of the first Thursday in May as the National Day of Prayer
  • States that the National Day of Prayer has united citizens from diverse religious backgrounds to face life's challenges with renewed hope
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for appropriate presentation and display on this occasion

Legislative Description

National Day of Prayer, recognized

Resolutions, Congratulatory

Last Action

Forwarded to Governor on April 19, 2011 at 4:45 p.m. on April 19, 2011.

4/19/2011

Committee Referrals

Rules3/29/2011
Rules3/22/2011

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