HJR50 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Steve McMillan

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Rains, Paul Douglas, commended

Summary

Alabama House Joint Resolution HJR50 honors Paul Douglas Rains for his valorous service in the U.S. Army and expresses gratitude for his sacrifices.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally recognizes Paul Douglas Rains for his military service, including tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, and notes the injuries he sustained. It acknowledges his courage and recovery efforts, and it mentions that the Baldwin County community and the Baldwin County Home Builders Association Charitable Foundation are building him a new home as a sign of appreciation. The document is presented as a high tribute with best wishes for his future.

Who It Affects

• Paul Douglas Rains and his wife Jessica and their four daughters are publicly honored for his military service and sacrifices.
• The Baldwin County community, specifically the Baldwin County Home Builders Association Charitable Foundation, is noted for its project to build Rains a new home as appreciation for his service.

Key Provisions

• Honors and commends Paul Douglas Rains for valorous service in the United States Army, including deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq.
• Acknowledges the severe injuries he sustained and his positive recovery journey.
• Notes the community project by the Baldwin County Home Builders Association Charitable Foundation to build him a new home.
• Expresses the legislature's highest tribute and sincere best wishes for his future.

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