HR347 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Howard SanderfordDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Lambert, Cassidy, commended

Summary

HR347 recognizes Sergeant Cassidy Lambert of the Arab Police Department for extraordinary courage during the 2011 tornado and names him a nominee for the 2012 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

The bill publicly commends Sergeant Lambert for his off-duty actions during the tornado, including saving a young girl’s life and assisting others with local responders. It designates him as a nominee for the 2012 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It also directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration.

Who It Affects

• Sergeant Cassidy Lambert — recognized as a nominee for the 2012 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and entitled to receive a copy of the resolution.
• Arab Police Department and the Arab community — shown public support and recognition for the officer's heroism, reflecting positively on the department and local public safety.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes and honors Sergeant Cassidy Lambert for bravery and life-saving actions during the April 27, 2011 tornado, including collaboration with firefighters and medics.
• Directs that Sergeant Lambert receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and designates him as a nominee for the 2012 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory