HR260 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Thomas, Stephen, nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives commends Deputy Stephen Thomas of the Cullman County Sheriff's Department as a nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally recognizes Deputy Stephen Thomas as a nominee for the 2016 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It highlights his actions on December 27, 2014, when he stopped a suspect wielding a samurai sword and protected a fellow deputy and others. It directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a mark of the House's admiration and esteem; this is a ceremonial commendation, not a change in law.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Stephen Thomas (recipient of the commendation and nominee for the medal) and his family
• The Cullman County Sheriff's Department and residents of Cullman County (through public recognition of courageous service)

Key Provisions

• Recognizes and honors Deputy Stephen Thomas as a nominee for the 2016 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement
• Directs that Deputy Stephen Thomas receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the House's admiration and esteem
• Notes the December 27, 2014 incident in which Deputy Thomas stopped a suspect wielding a samurai sword and saved the life of a fellow deputy and others

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