HR258 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

David ColstonAlan Baker

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Owens, Adam, nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

This House resolution commends Officer Adam Owens of the Birmingham Police Department for being named a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes Officer Owens for his heroism during a December 15, 2012 incident at St. Vincent's Hospital and nominates him for Alabama's highest law enforcement award for extraordinary courage. It expresses admiration and esteem for his service and directs that he receive a copy of this resolution. It serves as formal public recognition by the Alabama House of Representatives.

Who It Affects

• Officer Adam Owens, who receives formal recognition and status as a nominee for the award
• Birmingham Police Department and Alabama law enforcement, who are publicly honored for bravery and service

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Officer Adam Owens of the Birmingham Police Department as a nominee for the 2013 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement
• Describes and acknowledges Officer Owens's actions during the December 15, 2012, St. Vincent's Hospital incident, where he and other officers confronted an active shooter and protected others
• Directs that Officer Owens receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory