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Members were called to order, and a quorum was confirmed with 73 present. The meeting began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Representative Hall requested and had adopted a resolution honoring Links Incorporated, declaring February 24, 2026, as Alabama Lynx Day. Several guests were acknowledged, including youth leadership groups and a successful high school athletics team. Representative Jackson shared a personal privilege regarding local basketball successes, and floor privileges were granted to Director General Jared Lin from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, who spoke on Alabama-Taiwan relations. The House granted leave for absent members and dispensed with the reading of the journal. Pro Tem Pringle announced upcoming events, and a motion to leave the journal open for clerical work was approved. The House introduced and adopted several resolutions congratulating various individuals and teams. Local bills were discussed and passed, including property tax caps for seniors. The session included votes on multiple bills, starting with "BR," which passed unanimously. HB 460 also passed without opposition. A motion to reconsider a constitutional amendment related to HB 460 passed with 66 votes in favor. The local application of the bill also passed unanimously. Concerns were raised by Representative Bracey regarding the calendar process and transparency in bill selection, with discussions on how bills are chosen for the calendar. Representative Hall sought clarification on ensuring her bill's consideration, and Representative Morris discussed the differences between special and regular order calendars. The meeting included discussions on a proposed Second Amendment sales tax holiday, with members expressing differing views on its prioritization over pressing issues like healthcare. Concerns were raised about the fiscal impact on education funding. The bill passed with 73 ayes and 29 nays. A bill concerning disruptions during worship services was debated, with concerns about First Amendment rights and potential overreach. The bill passed with a majority vote. Another bill regarding school chaplains was discussed, with mixed opinions on its necessity and implications for education. The meeting also addressed a bill proposing to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, with representatives expressing varied opinions on its significance. The bill passed with 74 votes in favor. Further discussions included HB 249 on guardianships, which passed unanimously, and HB 306, allowing temporary teaching certificates for military veterans, highlighting the importance of ensuring qualified candidates for teaching roles. The meeting concluded with the passage of several bills, including those related to public safety, education, and support for volunteer firefighters, before adjourning.