HJR272 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Alan Baker David Colston
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Phillips, Gaylon, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution commends Deputy Gaylon Phillips for Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department as a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and directs that he receive a copy of the resolution.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes Deputy Gaylon Phillips as a nominee for Alabama's highest law enforcement honor for extraordinary courage in the line of duty. It notes his actions during a 2012 welfare check incident and honors his service. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as formal acknowledgment of admiration and esteem.

Who It Affects
Deputy Gaylon Phillips of the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department — recognized as a nominee and to receive a copy of the resolution.
Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department and the Alabama law enforcement community — publicly recognized for courage and dedication.

Key Provisions
Recognizes Deputy Gaylon Phillips as a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Directs that Deputy Phillips receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of admiration and esteem.
Acknowledges that the Medal of Honor is Alabama's highest law enforcement award for extraordinary courage in the line of duty.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory