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AL HB661
Bill
Status
3/31/2026
Primary Sponsor
Danny Garrett
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AI Summary
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Designates "Stars Fell on Alabama" (music by Frank Perkins, lyrics by Mitchell Parish) as Alabama's official state song, replacing the current state song "Alabama" by Julia S. Tutwiler and Edna Gockel-Gussen
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Supersedes all prior statutory designations of a different official state song
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Clarifies the designation does not authorize reproduction, distribution, or public performance of the song in violation of intellectual property laws
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Permits counties, municipalities, and state agencies to continue recognizing additional songs for ceremonial, educational, or tourism purposes
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
State song; "Stars Fell on Alabama" designated
State & State Officers
Last Action
Pending House State Government
3/31/2026