HR464 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Pike, Henry Arnold, death mourned

Summary

HR464 is a House resolution mourning the death of Henry Arnold Pike and offering condolences to his family.

What This Bill Does

It records Pike's death with deep sadness and offers tribute and heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes Pike's public service in Leeds—as city superintendent for 27 years, a member of the Leeds Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years, and Captain of the Leeds Reserve Police Department for 10 years—as well as his World War II veteran status. The resolution is ceremonial and does not change laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Henry Arnold Pike's surviving family and loved ones who receive the heartfelt sympathy and tribute
• The Leeds/Ashville community and the Alabama public, including lawmakers, who recognize Pike's public service and memorialize him through this resolution

Key Provisions

• The death of Henry Arnold Pike is recorded with deep sadness, and the House offers tribute to his life and heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• The resolution recognizes Pike's public service: 27 years as Leeds City Superintendent, 20 years with the Leeds Volunteer Fire Department, and 10 years as Captain of the Leeds Reserve Police Department.
• The resolution notes Pike's status as a World War II veteran.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence