HJR7 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mac McCutcheon
Republican
Session: Second Special Session 2015
Title: Strong, Horace Nunley, III., death mourned
Summary: The Alabama Legislature mourns the death of Horace Nunley Strong III and pays tribute to his life and community service.
What This Bill Does
This House Joint Resolution recognizes and mourns Horace Nunley Strong III, who died August 22, 2015. It highlights his life, work as a business owner and community leader, and his extensive service to Monrovia, including leading the volunteer fire department and serving as a school trustee. The resolution expresses condolences to his family and friends and records the Legislature’s appreciation of his legacy.

Who It Affects
Family and close friends of Horace Nunley Strong III receive formal condolences and a public tribute from the Legislature
Members of the Monrovia community who benefited from his service and leadership (e.g., Monrovia Volunteer Fire Department, schools, parks and recreation, church) receive public recognition of his contributions

Key Provisions
Official mourning and tribute to Horace Nunley Strong III by the Alabama Legislature
Summary of his life and community service, including roles as founder and Chief of the Monrovia Volunteer Fire Department, owner of Strong's Shop Ezy, and operator of Strong Tours
Recognition of his involvement with local organizations (Monrovia Men's Club, Monrovia Parks and Recreation Association) and his roles as a Madison County School System bus driver, Monrovia School Trustee, and veteran of the Alabama National Guard; faithful member of Mount Zion Baptist Church
Expression of sympathy to his family and friends and a formal statement of his inspiring legacy

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