HR189 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John Merrill

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Small, Daniel Lewis, death mourned

Summary

House resolution mourning the death of Reverend Daniel Lewis Small and paying tribute to his life.

What This Bill Does

This bill would officially record Reverend Daniel Lewis Small's death and express the Alabama House's condolences. It recognizes his life and service, including his roles as a pastor of six churches, a long-time Director of Missions, missionary work in Tanzania, and youth camp creation. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family and offers the House's highest tribute to him.

Who It Affects

• Reverend Small's surviving family and close loved ones, who receive official condolences and tribute from the House.
• Members of the Alabama community and religious groups who knew him, who see public recognition of his life and work.

Key Provisions

• States Reverend Small's death and the House's sorrow in a formal record.
• Expresses the House's highest tribute to his life and service.
• Offers heartfelt sympathy to his wife, Billie Pounds Small, and to his family.
• Notes his education, church leadership, missions work, and community programs as part of the tribute.

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, Condolence