HJR297 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mike Jones
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Hutcheson, Gary, outstanding professional achievement, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature approves a formal resolution honoring Gary Hutcheson for outstanding professional achievement and public service upon his retirement.
What This Bill Does
This is a ceremonial recognition by the Legislature that commends Gary Hutcheson for his 35-year career in law enforcement and public service. It summarizes his work with multiple police departments and the District Attorney's Office, including leading the Cold Case Task Force, and it expresses admiration and best wishes for his future. It does not change laws or create new obligations.

Who It Affects
Gary Hutcheson - receives formal commendation and recognition for his career and retirement
Residents of Covington County and Alabama's public safety community - benefit from formal acknowledgment of a longtime public servant and the example set by his career

Key Provisions
Commends Gary Hutcheson for outstanding professional achievement on the occasion of his retirement after 35 years of service
Outlines his career progression: Florala Police Department patrol officer (1982), Andalusia Police Department captain and chief investigator, Investigator with the Covington County District Attorney's Office, and Commander of Covington County's Cold Case Task Force since 2013
Highlights his role in homicide investigations and high-profile cases, and notes his impact, integrity, work ethic, and commitment to excellence
Mentions personal details (married to Pam, parents of three daughters, grandparents to six grandchildren, active in Pleasant Home Baptist Church) and states the respect he earned from colleagues and the community
States that the Legislature highly honors and commends him and offers sincere best wishes for the future

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory