SJR114 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tom Whatley

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Haynes Lifeflight Crew, posthumously honored

Summary

The Alabama Legislature posthumously honors the Haynes Lifeflight Crew from Southeast Alabama for their heroic actions and directs that copies of the resolution be given to their families.

What This Bill Does

SJR114 publicly recognizes and commends the Haynes Lifeflight Crew after their death in a helicopter crash near Goodman, Alabama, describing the crew and their roles. It notes that all four people on board died, including the crew and the patient they were transporting, and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the families. This is a ceremonial tribute, not new laws or programs.

Who It Affects

• Families and friends of the Haynes Lifeflight Crew who are honored and receive copies of the resolution.
• Residents of Southeast Alabama and the broader Alabama community who gain formal recognition of the crew's service and sacrifice.

Key Provisions

• Posthumous honor and commendation of the Haynes Lifeflight Crew from Southeast Alabama.
• Identification of crew members: Chad Hammond (pilot), Stasi Cernadas (nurse), Jason Snipes (flight medic).
• Note that the helicopter crash near Goodman, Alabama, on March 26, 2016, killed all four people on board, including patient Zach Strickland.
• Directive that a copy of the resolution be presented to the families of each crew member.
• Adoption by the Alabama Legislature in May 2016 as a ceremonial acknowledgment.

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