SJR99 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Phillip W. Williams
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Roger Bedford, Jr.Priscilla Dunn Rusty Glover Bill Hightower Tammy Irons George M. “Marc” Keahey Scott Beason Jerry L. Fielding Jimmy Holley Del Marsh Paul Sanford Clay Scofield Paul Bussman Bill Holtzclaw Shadrack McGill Trip Pittman J.T. Waggoner Cam Ward Tom Whatley Gerald H. Allen William “Bill” M. Beasley Linda Coleman-Madison Gerald O. Dial Hank Sanders Dick Brewbaker Vivian Davis Figures Quinton Ross Bryan Taylor Mark Slade Blackwell Bobby D. Singleton Greg J. Reed Rodger Smitherman Arthur Orr Harri Anne Smith
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Mize, Ola Lee, death mourned
Summary: The Alabama Legislature jointly mourns the death of Colonel Ola Lee Mize and honors his life and military service with a formal tribute.
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing Colonel Ola Lee Mize after his death. It describes his long Army career, including three Vietnam tours, retirement as a Full Colonel in the Special Forces, leadership of the Special Forces School, and his Medal of Honor for Korea (and a nomination for a second Medal of Honor for Vietnam). It also offers heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends, and colleagues and states that the Legislature honors his legacy.

Who It Affects
Colonel Ola Lee Mize's family, friends, and colleagues, who receive the Legislature's tribute and sympathy.
Alabama veterans and state residents who observe the formal recognition of his service and leadership.

Key Provisions
Mourns the death of Colonel Ola Lee Mize and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends, and colleagues.
Acknowledges his life of military service, including three Vietnam tours, retirement as a Full Colonel in the Special Forces, and leadership of the Special Forces School; notes his Medal of Honor and nomination for a second Medal of Honor.
Describes him as a respected leader and valued community member whose service is honored by the Legislature.
States that the Legislature offers this tribute and that the resolution was adopted by both chambers as an official record of condolence and remembrance.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Condolence