HR304 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Himes, Joshua Troop, nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

HR304 commends Corporal Joshua Troop Himes of the Mobile Police Department for his nomination to the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and honors his life-saving actions.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would officially recognize Corporal Joshua Troop Himes as a nominee for the 2016 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and commend his courage and quick actions on July 20, 2015. It highlights his role in saving a 3-year-old’s life and supporting the family, and provides that he receives a copy of the resolution as a mark of admiration. The measure is a ceremonial recognition, not a policy or funding action.

Who It Affects

• Corporal Joshua Troop Himes — receives formal recognition and a copy of the resolution
• Mobile Police Department and the Alabama community — benefit from public acknowledgment of exemplary service by a law enforcement officer

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Corporal Joshua Troop Himes as a nominee for the 2016 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement
• Commends his actions on July 20, 2015, in responding to a shooting incident, transporting the mother and child to the hospital, and supporting the family during recovery
• Directs that he receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem

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