HR358 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Alan BakerDavid Colston

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Walker, James, commended

Summary

The bill publicly commends Monroeville Officer James Walker and nominates him for the 2014 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes Officer James Walker for extraordinary courage shown during a fire on October 21, 2013, including entering smoke-filled conditions to find and evacuate an unconscious tenant. It designates him as a nominee for the 2014 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It also directs that he receive a copy of this resolution as a token of admiration and esteem.

Who It Affects

• Officer James Walker — receives formal recognition and nomination for the 2014 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Monroeville Police Department and the Monroeville community — gain public acknowledgment of bravery and a sense of pride in the officer's actions.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes and honors Monroeville Officer James Walker as a nominee for the 2014 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Directs that Officer Walker receive a copy of this resolution as a token of admiration and esteem.
• Acknowledges the actions on October 21, 2013, where Walker entered a burning apartment, found an unconscious tenant, and carried them to safety.

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