HR359 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

David ColstonAlan Baker

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Mitchell, Demarcus, nominee for the 2014 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

A House resolution commends Birmingham Police Officer Demarcus Mitchell for nomination to the 2014 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, for his bravery on December 1, 2013 at the I-59/I-65 interchange.

What This Bill Does

The Alabama House recognizes and honors Officer Mitchell as a nominee for the Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It describes how he, with backup officers, prevented a man from jumping off a bridge and saved the man's life at the interstate interchange. It directs that he receive a copy of this resolution as a sign of the legislature's admiration.

Who It Affects

• Officer Demarcus Mitchell (Birmingham Police Department) — recognized and honored as a Medal of Honor nominee.
• The Birmingham community and Alabama law enforcement — benefit from public recognition of courageous, life-saving actions and commitment to public safety.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Officer Demarcus Mitchell of the Birmingham Police Department as a nominee for the 2014 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Directs that Officer Mitchell receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory