HR967 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Randy HinshawButch TaylorMac McCutcheonMike BallHoward SanderfordPhil Williams

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Reyes, Henry J., commended

Summary

The House commends Chief Henry J. Reyes of the Huntsville Police Department for more than 30 years of dedicated service and retirement.

What This Bill Does

This resolution formally honors Chief Reyes as he retires, recognizing his leadership of the Huntsville Police Department and his 30+ years of service. It notes specific accomplishments under his command, such as improving traffic safety, upgrading technology, achieving department reaccreditation, and expanding community policing. It also highlights his military service, education, and involvement in professional and community organizations, and expresses the Legislature's appreciation.

Who It Affects

• Chief Henry J. Reyes — receives formal recognition and retirement tribute.
• Huntsville Police Department, its officers and staff, and the Huntsville community — benefit from the recognition of his leadership and the department's noted improvements.

Key Provisions

• Honors and commends Chief Henry J. Reyes of the Huntsville Police Department for retirement after more than 30 years of service.
• Be it resolved that the House offers its highest tribute and deepest appreciation to Chief Reyes for his exemplary career.
• Recognizes achievements such as reducing traffic fatalities by 47% and traffic crashes by 33% through the Traffic Crash Reduction Program, and upgrading technology with a digital in-car camera system, automated traffic citation system, and automated crash reporting system.
• Awards credit to Chief Reyes for reaccreditation of the Huntsville Police Department by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and for expanding Community Policing with neighborhood initiatives in each precinct.
• Notes his prior military service in the U.S. Marine Corps and Alabama National Guard, and his educational credentials (Master of Strategic Studies, MA in Public Administration, and BS in Business Administration and Criminal Justice).
• Acknowledges his leadership roles in professional associations and community organizations, including the International Counter Terrorism Officers Association, the National Children’s Advocacy Center, the Huntsville Rotary Club, and the Huntsville/Madison County Leadership board.

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