HJR426 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Howard SanderfordDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Taylor, Scott, commended

Summary

The Alabama Legislature commends Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office Deputy Scott Taylor for being nominated for the 2011 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, honoring his extraordinary courage in the line of duty.

What This Bill Does

This joint resolution formally recognizes Deputy Scott Taylor for his actions during a 2010 incident and nominates him for the 2011 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It notes his courageous conduct in the line of duty and directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration. It is a ceremonial commendation by the Legislature and does not change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Scott Taylor — receives formal recognition and designation as a nominee for the 2011 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office and the wider law enforcement community — receives public acknowledgment of bravery and serves as a commemorative example of courage.

Key Provisions

• Recognize and honor Deputy Scott Taylor as a nominee for the 2011 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Direct that Deputy Taylor receive a copy of this resolution as a token of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory