HR424 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Howard SanderfordDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Thigpen, Grady, commended

Summary

The Alabama House commends Huntsville Police Officer Grady Thigpen and nominates him for the 2011 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution that publicly recognizes Officer Grady Thigpen for his bravery, specifically noting a 2010 incident where he disarmed a gun threat to prevent a suicide. It designates him as a nominee for the 2011 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and requests that he receive a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration.

Who It Affects

• Grady Thigpen, Huntsville Police Officer, who is publicly honored and recognized as a Medal of Honor nominee and receives a copy of the resolution.
• Huntsville community and Alabama law enforcement, which gains formal public acknowledgment of exemplary bravery by a local officer.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Huntsville Police Officer Grady Thigpen as a nominee for the 2011 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Describes the September 6, 2010 incident in which Thigpen disarmed a firearm and helped prevent a suicide, highlighting his courage and professionalism.
• Directs that Thigpen receive a copy of this resolution as a token of admiration and esteem.
• States that this is a ceremonial House resolution and does not change any laws or policies.

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