Alabama HB661 designates "Stars Fell on Alabama" as the official state song, replacing "Alabama.

Alabama HB661 amends the state code to designate "Stars Fell on Alabama," with music by Frank Perkins and lyrics by Mitchell Parish, as the official state song. This change supersedes the previous designation of "Alabama" as the state song. The bill emphasizes that the new designation honors Alabama's musical heritage and strengthens the state's identity. It also clarifies that the designation does not permit the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or public performance of the song's composition or lyrics. The act will take effect on October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB661 designates "Stars Fell on Alabama" as the official state song, replacing "Alabama.

Alabama HB661 amends the state code to designate "Stars Fell on Alabama," with music by Frank Perkins and lyrics by Mitchell Parish, as the official state song. This change supersedes the previous designation of "Alabama" as the state song. The bill emphasizes that the new designation honors Alabama's musical heritage and strengthens the state's identity. It also clarifies that the designation does not permit the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or public performance of the song's composition or lyrics. The act will take effect on October 1, 2026.