HJR85 Summary

• Commends Alabama teachers, principals, daycare providers, cafeteria workers, school bus drivers, and school support staff for their actions during the January 27, 2014 winter storm.

• Over 11,000 Alabama students received continuous care, shelter, and sustenance at local schools for more than 24 hours during the storm.

• School employees went above and beyond their normal duties to ensure students had warm shelter and food while many sacrificed time with their own families.

• Expresses legislative respect and appreciation for the extraordinary efforts to protect Alabama students and children during the weather emergency.

• Adopted by the House on January 30, 2014 and the Senate on February 12, 2014.