Alabama House Bill HR10

Alabama 2023 1st Special Session

• Introduced: 3/14/23

Caption

COMMENDING ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED, AND THE ALABAMA DISTRICT CHAPTERS AND RECOGNIZING MARCH 21, 2023, AS ALPHA PHI ALPHA DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL.

Impact

The resolution reaffirms the importance of community organizations such as Alpha Phi Alpha in fostering civic responsibility among citizens. By publically recognizing the fraternity and its 850,000 hours of community service and the scholarships amounting to $2.3 million, HR10 reinforces the role such organizations play in enhancing community engagement and promoting social equity. This acknowledgment may also inspire other organizations and citizens to participate actively in public service.

Summary

House Resolution 10 (HR10) is a resolution that formally commends Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, acknowledging its significant contributions to the community and celebrating March 21, 2023, as Alpha Phi Alpha Day at the Alabama State Capitol. The resolution highlights the fraternity's rich history as the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity for African Americans, founded in 1906, and its ongoing dedication to the values of Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for all Mankind. This recognition aims to honor the fraternity's legacy and influence over the years.

Contention

While the resolution itself does not appear to face direct opposition, it reflects broader themes of celebration and recognition that often encounter viewpoints regarding how effectively such organizations serve their communities. The potential contention lies in debates about visibility and the role of historical organizations in addressing contemporary issues in the African American community and broader society. Discussions could arise surrounding whether more action-oriented legislation is also necessary to complement such symbolic gestures.