HJR267 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: Hanns, Stephen, commended
Summary: Alabama lawmakers commend Birmingham Police Officer Stephen Hanns for bravery and nominate him for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
This is a congratulatory resolution that recognizes Officer Stephen Hanns of the Birmingham Police Department as a nominee for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It highlights his actions during the December 15, 2012 active shooter incident at St. Vincent's Hospital and notes that his and other officers' quick response helped save lives. The resolution directs that Hanns receive a copy of the resolution as a sign of the Legislature’s admiration and esteem.

Who It Affects
Officer Stephen Hanns (Birmingham Police Department) – recognized as a nominee and to receive a copy of the resolution.
Law enforcement community in Alabama (and the public) – gains formal recognition for bravery and service.

Key Provisions
Commends Officer Stephen Hanns as a nominee for the 2013 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Describes Hanns's role in the December 15, 2012 hospital shooting incident and his actions to protect others, along with other officers, to stop the threat and save lives.
Directs that Hanns receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature’s admiration and esteem.
States that the resolution is adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature as a formal recognition.

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