HJR249 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Bert, Jeff, nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended
Summary: This is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution commending Deputy Jeff Bert for his nomination for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes Deputy Jeff Bert of the Autauga County Sheriff's Department as a nominee for the 2016 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and highlights his actions on August 13, 2015 that helped save an infant's life. It explains the courage and quick thinking shown during the incident. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a token of the Legislature's admiration.

Who It Affects
Deputy Jeff Bert — receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution.
Autauga County Sheriff's Department and the local community — publicly acknowledged for heroic service and as part of the state's recognition of outstanding law enforcement.

Key Provisions
Commends Deputy Jeff Bert as a nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Describes the August 13, 2015 incident in which Bert and Sgt. Steve Adams aided an infant in distress and helped save the infant's life.
Directs that Deputy Bert receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration.

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