HJR341 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Alan Baker David Colston
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Blanton, Zachary, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution commends Officer Zachary Blanton and names him as a nominee for the 2014 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes Officer Zachary Blanton of the Decatur City Police Department for extraordinary courage in the line of duty. It describes his actions during a June 28, 2013 incident where he helped save a child and a pet from a smoke-filled residence and assisted in detaining a suspect. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a token of admiration and notes that both houses of the Legislature have adopted it as ceremonial recognition.

Who It Affects
Officer Zachary Blanton — formally recognized and named as a nominee for the 2014 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Alabama law enforcement community and the public — receives ceremonial recognition of bravery and service, which may influence morale and public appreciation.

Key Provisions
Commends Officer Zachary Blanton as a nominee for the 2014 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Describes Blanton's June 28, 2013 actions, including entering a smoke-filled residence to rescue an eight-year-old child and a pet, and assisting in arresting the ex-boyfriend.
Directs that Blanton receive a copy of this resolution as a token of admiration.
States that the resolution is adopted with concurrence of both the House and Senate.

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