HR239 Summary

• Commends Representative Merika Coleman for her distinguished legislative service to House District 57 in Jefferson County and the State of Alabama.

• Recognizes Coleman's service in the Alabama House of Representatives since 2002 and her significant work removing racist language from the state constitution and modernizing that foundational document.

• Notes Coleman's educational credentials including a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, Master of Public Administration, and Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama and Birmingham School of Law.

• Lists Coleman's extensive professional and civic affiliations including her role as Director of Community and Economic Development at Miles College, membership on multiple statewide and national organizations, and service on legislative committees from 2014 to 2018.

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