HJR177 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Garner, Morris, nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution formally commends Officer Morris Garner of the Birmingham Police Department as a nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
The bill officially recognizes Officer Morris Garner as a nominee for the 2015 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and highlights his courageous actions during a January 12, 2014 house fire. It states that Garner rescued a trapped woman and participated in rescue efforts under dangerous conditions. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a public sign of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.

Who It Affects
Officer Morris Garner — receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution.
Birmingham Police Department and the Alabama law enforcement community — gains public acknowledgment of heroic service, which can influence morale and public perception.

Key Provisions
Provision 1: Recognizes Officer Morris Garner as a nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Provision 2: Directs that Officer Garner receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.

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