HJR427 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Howard SanderfordDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Edwards, J. A., commended

Summary

HJR427 commends Montgomery Police Officer J.A. Edwards for being nominated for the 2011 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

The bill would formally recognize Officer J.A. Edwards as a nominee for the 2011 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It notes his courageous actions during a late-night 2010 incident in which he helped rescue a rape victim and aided in the arrest of the suspect. It also directs that he receive a copy of this resolution as a token of the Legislature's admiration.

Who It Affects

• Montgomery Police Officer J.A. Edwards — receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution.
• Alabama residents and law enforcement — the recognition publicly acknowledges courageous, professional conduct and sets a positive example.

Key Provisions

• Recognize and honor Officer J.A. Edwards as a nominee for the 2011 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Direct that Officer Edwards receive a copy of this resolution as a token of admiration.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory