HJR180 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Heflin, Josh, nominee for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended
Summary: The bill commends Officer Josh Heflin for being nominated for the 2015 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, it publicly recognizes and honors Officer Heflin for his courageous actions during a 2014 residential fire and designates him as a nominee for Alabama’s highest law enforcement award. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem. This is ceremonial and does not change any laws.

Who It Affects
Officer Josh Heflin and the Decatur Police Department receive public recognition for his actions.
Alabama residents and the law enforcement community receive public acknowledgment of courage and the Medal of Honor process.

Key Provisions
Recognizes Officer Josh Heflin as a nominee for the 2015 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Directs that Heflin receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.
Includes a narrative praising Heflin's actions on March 19, 2014, when he entered a burning residence to rescue Keith Harris.

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