HR4 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David FaulknerRepresentative

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Oden, Terry, commended

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives commends Mayor Terry Oden of Mountain Brook for extraordinary public service and wishes him well.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill would formally recognize Mayor Terry Oden for more than 24 years of public service, including his long tenure as mayor since 1996. It describes his prior work on the Mountain Brook Planning Commission and his 25-year career with the U.S. Secret Service. It expresses the Legislature's high esteem and best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Mayor Terry Oden – receives formal commendation and public recognition from the Alabama House.
• City of Mountain Brook and its residents – acknowledged for the positive impact of their local leadership and public service.

Key Provisions

• Commends Mayor Terry Oden for extraordinary public service to Mountain Brook.
• Recognizes his 24+ years of service, including his tenure as mayor since 1996 and his status as the longest-serving mayor in Mountain Brook history.
• Notes his prior service on the Mountain Brook Planning Commission and his 25-year career with the U.S. Secret Service, including as an Air Marshal.
• Lists accomplishments during his time as mayor (financial strengthening, renovation of commercial areas, acquisition of the former Shades Valley High School property for public use, expansion of sidewalks, construction of municipal buildings).
• Expresses the House's highest esteem and best wishes for his future endeavors.
• States that this is a ceremonial resolution and does not change any laws.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory