HJR205 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Elwyn Thomas
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Mac McCutcheon Gregory Canfield Dickie Drake Jim McClendon Barry Mask Allen Treadaway Ed Henry Allen Farley
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: Boy Scout Troop 514, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution commends Boy Scout Troop 514 for representing Alabama at the 2011 West Point Camporee and publicly recognizes their achievements.
What This Bill Does
It formally honors Boy Scout Troop 514 for competing in the 2011 West Point Camporee in New York, sponsored by Dominion Baptist Church and hosted by Moody Free Will Baptist Church. It notes that Troop 514 is Alabama's sole representative at the event and provides details about the troop’s leadership, history, and Eagle Scout accomplishments. It directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Troop 514 as a sign of esteem and best wishes for future endeavors. This is ceremonial recognition by the Legislature and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Boy Scout Troop 514 members and leaders (including Scoutmaster Dean Speers and Senior Patrol Leader David Poythress) who receive formal recognition and a copy of the resolution.
Alabama’s public and government community (and the troop’s sponsoring and hosting churches) which gain formal acknowledgment of the troop’s achievements and the state’s endorsement.

Key Provisions
Recognition of Boy Scout Troop 514 for representing Alabama at the 2011 West Point Camporee (April 29-May 1, 2011 in New York).
A copy of the resolution to be provided to Troop 514 as evidence of esteem and admiration, with best wishes for future endeavors.
Background information acknowledging the troop’s sponsorship, leadership, size, Eagle Scout achievements (ten Eagles since founding), and its values and motto.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory