HR126 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Nathaniel LedbetterRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Baker, Carey, death mourned

Summary

HR126 is a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Carey Baker and expressing condolences on his death.

What This Bill Does

The bill pays tribute to Carey Baker, noting his death on February 29, 2016 and his impact in journalism and the community. It recognizes his long career in local newspapers, his role in starting and leading local media efforts, and his civic service on community boards. It offers heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends on behalf of the Alabama House.

Who It Affects

• Carey Baker's family and friends receive official recognition and condolences from the Alabama House.
• The Alabama community and readers gain formal acknowledgment of Baker's journalism career and civic contributions through the resolution.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: The House expresses extreme gratitude for Baker's life and offers this resolution as a highest tribute to his inspiring legacy, along with heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
• Provision 2: The resolution recognizes Baker's journalism career, including work at The Sand Mountain News, co-founding the first network to cover local sports in DeKalb County, founding Tri-County Rural News, creating The Weekly Post, and later working with Farmer's Wireless.
• Provision 3: The resolution notes Baker's civic leadership, including positions such as Chair of the Rainsville Industrial Board, Vice Chair of the Rainsville Agri-Center Board, member of the Rainsville Medical Board, and President of the Rainsville Lions Club, and regards him as a mentor and valued community member.

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, Condolence