HJR265 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Co-Sponsors: David Colston Alan Baker
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Owens, Adam, commended
Summary: The bill is a House Joint Resolution that commends Officer Adam Owens of the Birmingham Police Department and designates him as a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
If passed, the Legislature would publicly recognize Officer Adam Owens for his actions during an active shooter incident at St. Vincent's Hospital, declare him a nominee for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, and provide him with a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration.

Who It Affects
Officer Adam Owens – receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution for nomination to the Medal of Honor.
Birmingham Police Department and Alabama law enforcement community – gains public acknowledgment of brave actions and may boost morale and respect for officers.

Key Provisions
Recognize Officer Adam Owens as a nominee for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Direct that Officer Owens receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration.

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