HR298 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Jones

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Hutcheson, Gary, outstanding professional achievement, commended

Summary

This is a ceremonial House of Representatives resolution that commends Gary Hutcheson for outstanding professional achievement and public service upon his retirement.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes Hutcheson's 35-year career in law enforcement and public service, including roles with the Florala and Andalusia Police Departments and as Investigator and Cold Case Task Force Commander in Covington County. It acknowledges his retirement on April 8, 2016, and expresses admiration, appreciation, and best wishes for his future. It does not create new laws or spending.

Who It Affects

• Gary Hutcheson, who receives a formal commendation for his retirement and service.
• The Alabama public and law enforcement community, which gains public recognition of dedicated service and a role model for public servants.

Key Provisions

• Commends Gary Hutcheson for outstanding professional achievement and public service on the occasion of his retirement from the Covington County District Attorney's Office on April 8, 2016, after 35 years of service.
• Recognizes his prior service with the Florala Police Department, Andalusia Police Department, and his role as Investigator and later Commander of Covington County's Cold Case Task Force since 2013.
• Be it resolved by the Alabama House of Representatives that Gary Hutcheson is highly honored and commended, with sincere best wishes for his future.
• The resolution notes that Hutcheson's record of excellence reflects credit upon the State of Alabama.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory