HJR89 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Laura HallRepresentative
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Randy Hinshaw Butch Taylor Mac McCutcheon Mike Ball Howard Sanderford Phil Williams
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Fanning, Dallas W., commended
Summary: A House Joint Resolution commends Dallas W. Fanning for his decades of military service and his leadership in Huntsville's urban development.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes Dallas W. Fanning for nearly 40 years of military service, including his time in Vietnam and his current position as Brigadier General and Commander of the 142d Signal Brigade. It acknowledges his work in Huntsville as Director of Urban Development and long-time head of the Planning Department, highlighting his influence on city growth. It notes his role in expanding the Planning Department, establishing Cummings Research Park West, widening Huntsville's city limits, and guiding highway priorities, and it expresses gratitude for his service to Alabama and the nation along with best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects
Dallas W. Fanning — receives a formal commendation and retirement acknowledgment from the Alabama Legislature.
Huntsville and the broader Alabama community — benefit from the recognition of his contributions to urban development, planning, and city growth.

Key Provisions
Commends Dallas W. Fanning for nearly 40 years of active and reserve military service, including his Vietnam service and rank as Brigadier General, plus his role as Commander of the 142d Signal Brigade.
Acknowledges his leadership in Huntsville as Director of Urban Development and as a longtime head of the Huntsville Planning Department, highlighting his influence on city development.
Notes specific achievements: expansion of the Planning Department from 9 to 33 employees, establishment of Cummings Research Park West, growth of Huntsville’s planning influence, expansion of city limits from about 100 to over 200 square miles, and shaping highway priorities with the Alabama Department of Transportation.
Expresses the Legislature’s gratitude for his service to Alabama and the nation and offers best wishes for his future endeavors upon retirement.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory