HJR243 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: King, Cleveland, Jr., commended
Summary: A House Joint Resolution commend Corporal Cleveland King, Jr. (Retired) for valor in the Vietnam War and acknowledge the belated official presentation of his Silver Star, Bronze Star with Combat 'V', and Purple Heart.
What This Bill Does
The bill formally congratulates and thanks Corporal Cleveland King, Jr. for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War, including saving fellow Marines. It acknowledges that the official presentation of his medals was belated and planned for a 2012 ceremony. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or obligations.

Who It Affects
Corporal Cleveland King, Jr. (Retired), Huntsville, Alabama, who receives formal commendation and public recognition.
Alabama residents and veterans who observe the state's ceremonial recognition of a veteran's valor and service.

Key Provisions
Commends Corporal Cleveland King, Jr. (Retired) for exceptionally valorous service during the Vietnam War and for his actions that saved wounded Marines.
Acknowledges the belated official presentation of the Silver Star Medal, Bronze Star Medal with Combat 'V', and Purple Heart Medal with Two Gold Stars and notes this recognition occurred in a 2012 ceremony.

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