HJR543 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Demetrius C. Newton
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Alan Baker Howard Sanderford
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Helms, Tony, commended
Summary: A ceremonial House Joint Resolution recognizing Chief Deputy Tony Helms as a nominee for the 2010 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and directing that he receive a copy of the resolution.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally recognizes Chief Deputy Tony Helms of the Geneva County Sheriff's Department as a nominee for the 2010 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, highlighting his actions during a 2009 crisis. It notes his role in the high-speed pursuit and gunfight with a lone gunman, which helped save lives. It also directs that he be given a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration and esteem; this is a ceremonial honor and does not change laws or provide funding.

Who It Affects
Chief Deputy Tony Helms and the Geneva County Sheriff's Department, who are officially recognized as a nominee for the award and receive a copy of the resolution.
Residents of Geneva and Coffee Counties and the Alabama law enforcement community, who gain public acknowledgment of courageous actions by a local officer and see ceremonial recognition from the state Legislature.

Key Provisions
Recognition of Chief Deputy Tony Helms as a nominee for the 2010 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Directs that Tony Helms receive a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration and esteem.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory