HJR273 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Brown, Joey, nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

A House Joint Resolution commends Officer Joey Brown for receiving the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement for a 2015 rescue.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill formally recognizes Officer Joey Brown of the Orange Beach Police Department as the recipient of the 2016 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It describes his actions on June 20, 2015, when he rescued passengers from a stranded vessel at Perdido Pass under dangerous conditions, risking his own safety. It also directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a token of the legislature’s admiration, and notes that both chambers have adopted the resolution.

Who It Affects

• Officer Joey Brown, who receives formal recognition and honors as the 2016 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Orange Beach Police Department and the local community, which are publicly recognized for the heroism and service of their officer.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Officer Joey Brown as the recipient of the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Describes the June 20, 2015 rescue of passengers from a stranded vessel near Perdido Pass jetty, highlighting Brown's use of a personal water craft and risk to his own safety.
• Notes that the Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement is Alabama's highest law enforcement award for extraordinary courage in the line of duty.
• Directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of admiration and esteem, with the resolution adopted by both the House and Senate.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory