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HJR371 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Howard Sanderford
Howard Sanderford
Republican
Co-Sponsor
Jim Patterson
Session
Regular Session 2012
Title
Hudson, Mark, commended
Summary

The Alabama Legislature formally commends Mark Hudson for his long service and retirement from the Huntsville Police Department.

What This Bill Does

This is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Mark Hudson for 31 years of service, his leadership roles, and his contributions to the Huntsville Police Department and the community. It notes his education, training, and accomplishments, such as work on accreditation, crime-reduction efforts, a citizen advisory committee, and the Fallen Officer's Memorial. It also expresses admiration and best wishes for his future upon retirement.

Who It Affects
  • Mark Hudson – receives formal commendation for his service and retirement.
  • Huntsville Police Department and the Huntsville/Madison County community – acknowledged for Hudson's leadership and contributions; public recognition of his work.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Mark Hudson for dedicated service and retirement from the Huntsville Police Department after 31 years.
  • Highlights Hudson's education and leadership roles (including Interim Police Chief, Deputy Chief, and various command positions).
  • Recognizes contributions such as accreditation work, crime-reduction efforts, the first citizen's police advisory committee, and the Fallen Officer's Memorial.
  • Expresses admiration and best wishes for Hudson's future.
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

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 2:10 p. m. on April 19, 2012.

Assigned Act No. 2012-255.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature