HR51 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chris EnglandRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Second Special Session 2015

Title

Smith, R. J., outstanding professional achievement, commended

Summary

House resolution HR51 commends Lieutenant Colonel R. J. Smith for outstanding professional achievement upon his retirement from the U.S. Air Force and the Alabama Air National Guard.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally recognize and honor Lt. Col. R. J. Smith for his long, distinguished military career and retirement on June 1, 2015 after about 29.5 years of service. It highlights his diverse assignments, leadership roles, and international service, and notes his Alabama roots and education. It is ceremonial and does not amend laws or provide funding.

Who It Affects

• Lieutenant Colonel R. J. Smith — receives formal public commendation and public recognition.
• Smith's wife and two children — mentioned in the resolution and acknowledged as his family.
• Alabama's veterans, active military personnel, and residents — gain public recognition of distinguished service and state pride.

Key Provisions

• Commends Lieutenant Colonel R. J. Smith for outstanding professional achievement on retirement from the United States Air Force and the Alabama Air National Guard on June 1, 2015, after approximately 29.5 years of service.
• Recognizes his assignments and leadership roles, including flying RC-12s, serving at Camp Humphreys (Korea), Ft. McPherson (GA), Fort Rucker, and with the 117 ARW as copilot, aircraft commander, and instructor pilot, as well as roles as Chief of Scheduling, Chief of Safety, and Chief of Current Operations, with service across Europe, Asia, South America, and the Pacific.
• Notes his Alabama education and training (Alabama A&M University; involvement in campus organizations; ROTC experience at AUM and Auburn; Army helicopter training at Fort Rucker) and his family background.
• States that the resolution is offered with admiration and appreciation and includes sincere best wishes to Smith and his family, reflecting credit on the State of Alabama.

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