HR770 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

H. Mac Gipson

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Barry MaskGreg Wren

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Benton, Jacob Roscoe, death mourned

Summary

HR770 is a House memorial resolution mourning the death of Jacob Roscoe Benton and offering condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution records Benton’s death in official state records, expresses sorrow and sympathy for his family, and publicly honors his life and athletic contributions. It highlights his role as a student at Edgewood Academy, his accomplishments on the football team, and the positive traits he showed to friends and teammates.

Who It Affects

• Jacob Roscoe Benton’s immediate family and close friends receive formal recognition and condolences from the Alabama House of Representatives.
• Edgewood Academy students, teammates, classmates, and the Titus, Alabama community are acknowledged and memorialized for Benton’s life and athletic achievements.

Key Provisions

• Records the tragic death of Jacob Roscoe Benton with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his grieving family.
• Provides the highest tribute to Benton’s life by recognizing his achievements as a student-athlete at Edgewood Academy and his contributions to his team and community, to be recorded in the official legislative record.

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, Condolence