The resolution commends Fred D. Gray, a distinguished civil rights attorney and former Alabama State Representative, for his significant contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and his ongoing legal practice at the age of 94. With a career spanning over 70 years, Gray has been instrumental in numerous landmark legal battles, including representing civil rights icons such as Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His work has led to pivotal Supreme Court rulings, including the decision that deemed bus segregation unconstitutional. Gray's legal advocacy has extended to various organizations and causes, including the NAACP and the victims of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study.

In recognition of his achievements, Gray has received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the American Bar Association's Medal. The resolution highlights his legacy and ongoing commitment to fighting racism and promoting equal justice, as evidenced by the upcoming inaugural National Symposium hosted by the Fred D. Gray Institute for Human and Civil Rights. The Alabama Legislature expresses its high regard and appreciation for Gray's service to the Civil Rights Movement, the State of Alabama, and the nation through this resolution.