Bill > SJR27

This joint resolution, originating in the Alabama Senate, expresses profound sorrow and offers a lasting tribute to William Grant Lynch, Jr., who passed away on October 2, 2025, at the age of 71. The resolution details his significant career, including his long tenure as president and chairman of Talladega Superspeedway, where he oversaw major improvements and modernization efforts, and his earlier work with R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, a key sponsor in NASCAR. It also highlights his broader contributions to the sport, such as his role in developing other speedways and receiving the NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award. Beyond motorsports, the resolution emphasizes his deep commitment to the Talladega community, detailing his extensive involvement in various civic and charitable organizations, including the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind and the Talladega Ritz Theatre. The resolution concludes by extending heartfelt sympathy to his family and acknowledging his enduring legacy of vision, integrity, and devotion to family, community, and motorsports.

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