HR309 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Chesnut, Ted, death mourned

Summary

HR309 is a House resolution mourning the death of Ted Chesnut and expressing sympathy to his family and community.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill records the death of Ted Chesnut with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes Chesnut as a U.S. Army veteran, a long-time business owner (partner and later sole owner of Hancock and Chesnut Well Drillers), and a community member who enjoyed gardening and cattle farming. The resolution serves as a formal tribute from the Alabama House of Representatives.

Who It Affects

• Ted Chesnut's family and close friends receive a formal expression of sympathy from the state House.
• The Alabama community benefits from an official recognition of Chesnut's contributions and memory.

Key Provisions

• Declares the death of Ted Chesnut with deep sadness and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• Recognizes Chesnut's life, including his service in the U.S. Army, his work as a partner and owner of Hancock and Chesnut Well Drillers, and his interests as a gardener and cattleman.
• Lists surviving relatives and emphasizes Chesnut's role as a valued member of the Sand Rock, Alabama community.

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, Condolence