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119 · SRES 524 A resolution recognizing the 90th anniversary of the Alabama Highway Patrol and commemorating its history of excellence.

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A Senate-only, symbolic resolution honoring the Alabama Highway Patrol’s 90th anniversary—introduced December 3, 2025 by Sen. Tommy Tuberville and referred to the Judiciary Committee—that expresses appreciation but does not change law. [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…[2]U.S. Senate — U.S. Senate Glossary: Simple resolution

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05 Dec 2025
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05 Dec 2025
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Headline Summary

A short, ceremonial Senate resolution to honor the Alabama Highway Patrol’s 90th anniversary; it’s symbolic and makes no legal or policy changes. [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…[2]U.S. Senate — U.S. Senate Glossary: Simple resolution

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What It Does

The measure formally recognizes the Alabama Highway Patrol’s founding and service, recounting milestones (creation in the 1930s, incorporation into the Department of Public Safety, and training developments) and offers the Senate’s thanks to past and present troopers. It does not create programs or spend money; as a simple Senate resolution, it expresses the chamber’s views only. [3]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — Congressional Record S8485 (Dec. 3, 2025):…[2]U.S. Senate — U.S. Senate Glossary: Simple resolution

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Who’s For It

  • Sponsor: Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL). [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…
  • Rationale cited in the text: to commemorate the patrol’s 90 years of service and express gratitude to troopers. [3]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — Congressional Record S8485 (Dec. 3, 2025):…
  • As of December 5, 2025, there are no listed cosponsors. [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…
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Who’s Against It

  • No formal opposition or votes are on record; the resolution has only been introduced and referred to committee. [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…
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What’s Next

The resolution was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee on December 3, 2025. Next, the committee could act on it or the Senate could agree to it by unanimous consent. Because it’s a simple Senate resolution, it does not go to the House or the President. [1]Library of Congress (Congress.gov) — S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | C…[2]U.S. Senate — U.S. Senate Glossary: Simple resolution

Sources cited
  1. [1] S.Res.524 — 119th Congress (2025–2026) | Congress.gov Library of Congress (Congress.gov)
  2. [2] U.S. Senate Glossary: Simple resolution U.S. Senate
  3. [3] Congressional Record S8485 (Dec. 3, 2025): Submission of S. Res. 524 Library of Congress (Congress.gov)

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