HJR161 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Moore, Jason, nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended
Summary: A House Joint Resolution commends Huntsville Police Officer Jason Moore for being nominated for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the resolution formally recognizes Officer Jason Moore as a nominee for Alabama's Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, the state's highest award for extraordinary courage in the line of duty. It recounts the April 4, 2014 incident where Moore and another officer faced an armed suspect during a domestic dispute, Moore was wounded but continued to engage the suspect and helped ensure the danger was contained. The resolution directs that Moore receive a copy of the resolution as a sign of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.

Who It Affects
Officer Jason Moore, who would receive formal recognition as a Medal of Honor nominee and a copy of the resolution.
The Huntsville Police Department and Alabama law enforcement community, which are publicly honored for the officers' courage and service.

Key Provisions
Provision 1: Recognizes Officer Jason Moore as a nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, Alabama's highest law enforcement award for extraordinary courage in the line of duty.
Provision 2: Describes the April 4, 2014 incident in which Moore and another officer faced an armed offender, Moore was shot but continued to return fire and assist in the officers' safety.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory