HJR270 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Legislative law enforcement medal of honor, joint session of Legislature called for awarding to law enforcement officers

Summary

The Alabama Legislature will hold a joint session on April 21, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. to present the Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement Officers.

What This Bill Does

It calls a joint session of the Alabama Legislature for the ceremonial presentation of the Legislative Medal of Honor to law enforcement officers. The event is for recognition only and does not change laws or create new programs. It specifies the date, time, and purpose, and requires both chambers to concur to hold the session.

Who It Affects

• Members of the Alabama House and Senate who will convene for the joint session
• Law enforcement officers who will receive the Legislative Medal of Honor

Key Provisions

• Calls a joint session of the Legislature on April 21, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. for presenting the Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement Officers.
• Requires concurrence of both chambers of the Legislature to hold the session and states the ceremonial purpose of recognizing law enforcement officers.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative