HJR839 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Todd Greeson
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Joe Hubbard Jimmy Martin Harry Shiver Joe Faust Chad Fincher Alan Baker Steve McMillan Jamie Ison Jim McClendon Randy Wood Gerald H. Allen Dickie Drake Jack Williams Randy Davis H. Mac Gipson Mike Hill Mac McCutcheon Gregory Canfield Pat Moore Jay Love Victor Gaston Mike Ball Paul DeMarco Jim Barton Steve Clouse Barry Mask Richard J. Laird Ron Johnson Alan Boothe Benjamin H. Lewis Mary Sue McClurkin John W. Rogers Elaine Beech Rod Scott Lawrence McAdory George “Tootie” Bandy Charles O. Newton Arthur Payne Allen Treadaway Duwayne Bridges Howard Sanderford David Grimes Phil Williams Micky Hammon Greg Wren Robert Bentley Frank McDaniel Blaine Galliher Spencer Collier K.L. Brown Craig Ford John F. Knight Jr Demetrius C. Newton James O. Gordon Pebblin W. Warren Ralph Howard Thad McClammy Earl F. Hilliard Chris England Oliver Robinson Yvonne Kennedy Mike Curtis Yusuf Salaam Locy Baker Betty Carol Graham Ronald Grantland Tammy Irons Laura Hall Artis McCampbell James L. Thomas Barbara Bigsby Boyd Joseph C. Mitchell Jeff McLaughlin Terry Spicer Randy Hinshaw Jody Letson Mike Millican Marcel Black Henry A. White Butch Taylor William E. Thigpen Jack Page James C. Fields John Robinson Patricia Todd Johnny Mack Morrow Jeremy Oden Elwyn Thomas Ken Guin Tommy Sherer Richard Lindsey Alan Harper Thomas Jackson Bill J. Dukes Lesley Vance William “Bill” M. Beasley Steve Hurst James E. Buskey Mary Moore Seth Hammett Merika Coleman Cam Ward
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Brinker, Richard W., commended
Summary: HJR839 is a joint resolution commending Dr. Richard W. Brinker for his distinguished service as Auburn University's Dean of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences and announcing his retirement.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally recognizes Dr. Brinker for his leadership and achievements in forestry education and outreach. It notes his role in advancing Auburn's School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, including overseeing the construction of a new $24.3 million facility to support teaching, research, and extension work. It also states his retirement plans for January 2011 and expresses the Alabama Legislature's deepest appreciation.

Who It Affects
Dr. Richard W. Brinker – receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama Legislature as he retires.
Auburn University and its School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences – acknowledged for leadership and program growth; public recognition may enhance the school's reputation within the state.

Key Provisions
Commends Dr. Richard W. Brinker, Dean and Professor at Auburn University's School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, for outstanding achievements and dedicated service.
Acknowledges his leadership in elevating the school's national standing and spearheading the construction of a new $24.3 million building to support instruction, research, and extension.
Recites his credentials and roles, including degrees (BS Forestry from LSU, MBA from University of Southern Mississippi, PhD in Forestry from LSU), professional forester certification, and leadership in advisory committees and the U.S. Army Reserve.
Declares the retirement date of January 2011 and expresses the Legislature's highest tribute and deepest appreciation as he departs.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory