HR62 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Mike BallLaura HallMac McCutcheonPhil WilliamsJim PattersonWayne Johnson

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Starnes, D. Edward, Jr., death mourned

Summary

HR62 is a House resolution mourning the death of D. Edward Starnes, Jr., and paying tribute to his life and public service in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It announces the death and offers condolences to his family. It recognises his work as an education advocate and public servant, and honors his contributions to Huntsville and the state. It publicly acknowledges his personal life, marriage, family, and artistic talents, and states that the House is paying tribute to his legacy.

Who It Affects

• Family and friends of D. Edward Starnes Jr. receive formal condolences and a memorial tribute from the Alabama House.
• The Huntsville and broader Alabama education/public service communities are recognized for his advocacy and public service, and the state government formally memorializes his contributions.

Key Provisions

• Official mourning of the death and expressions of heartfelt sympathy to his wife, family, and friends.
• Public recognition of his life as an education advocate and public servant who served the community and state.
• Summary of personal background (UNC graduate, marriage to Jane Ramelle Hylton, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren) and note of his artistic work and community involvement.
• Formal declaration by the House of Representatives that the resolution serves as a tribute to his inspiring legacy.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence