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AL HJR79
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
5/5/2020
Primary Sponsor
Wes Allen
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AI Summary
- House Joint Resolution mourning the death of Dr. John M. Long, who died at age 94
- Dr. Long served as Director of Bands at Troy University from 1965 to 1996 and held subsequent positions including Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and Distinguished Professor of Music Emeritus
- Founded the Sound of the South, Troy University's nationally recognized band, and authored "The Fanfare," the band's trademark piece
- Received numerous national and state awards including NBA Hall of Fame election, Gold Medal from the Sousa Foundation, and Governor's Award from the Alabama Council of the Arts; Troy University's School of Music was renamed in his honor in 1998
- Resolution adopted by the House on March 10, 2020 and the Senate on May 4, 2020
Legislative Description
Long, John M., death mourned
Resolutions, Condolence
Last Action
Delivered to Governor at 1:53 p.m. on May 5, 2020.
5/5/2020
Committee Referrals
Rules3/10/2020
Rules3/3/2020
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