SJR12 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2010

Title

Donahue, Leonard C., death mourned

Summary

SJR12 is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution that mourns the death of Deputy James W. Anderson and honors his life and service to Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the resolution publicly records Deputy Anderson's death with deep sadness, expresses sympathy to his family, and pays tribute to his service as a Lee County Sheriff's Deputy who died in the line of duty. It presents his life as an example of community service and dedication, and it is adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature as an official memorial.

Who It Affects

• Deputy James W. Anderson’s immediate family, friends, and colleagues, who receive formal condolences and recognition from the state.
• The Alabama community and law enforcement stakeholders, who recognize his sacrifice and the legislature's official memorialization in state records.

Key Provisions

• Officially records the tragic death of Deputy James W. Anderson with deep sadness.
• Expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife, family, and friends, and acknowledges his three years of service as a Lee County Sheriff's Deputy who died in the line of duty during a traffic stop.
• Describes him as a devoted family man and a valued member of the community, whose legacy of service is to endure.
• Declares the resolution as a highest tribute to his life and states that it was adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature and signed by the presiding officers.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence