HR461 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Joe Faust

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Blaine GalliherK.L. BrownEd HenryMac Buttram

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Navy SEALS Team Six, and all members of the United States Armed Forces, commended

Summary

An Alabama House resolution that commends Navy SEALs Team Six and all U.S. armed forces for courage and sacrifice in seeking out Osama bin Laden.

What This Bill Does

It formally honors and commends all members of the United States armed forces, with specific emphasis on Navy SEALS Team Six, for their determination, sacrifice, courage, and professionalism in prosecuting the War on Terror. It notes that thousands of service members serving in Iraq and Afghanistan have homes and families in Alabama. It recognizes Navy SEALS Team Six and the Joint Special Operations Command as important and effective in fighting terrorists. It is a ceremonial expression from the Alabama House of Representatives and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects

• Members of the United States Armed Forces, especially Navy SEAL Team Six, who would receive formal commendation and recognition.
• Alabama residents and families of service members, who are acknowledged for their connection to those serving and may feel pride or gratitude from this recognition.

Key Provisions

• The Alabama House hereby honors and highly commends all members of the United States armed forces, including specifically Navy SEALS Team Six, for their determination, sacrifice, courage, and professionalism in prosecuting the War on Terror.
• It acknowledges the sacrifices and contributions of American service members who serve in Iraq and Afghanistan, including those with homes and families in Alabama.
• It recognizes Navy SEALS Team Six and the Joint Special Operations Command as our government’s most effective and lethal weapon against terrorists.
• It expresses highest praise and deepest appreciation for their unwavering commitment to duty.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory