HJR117 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jimmy Martin
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Giles, Donald Lee, commended
Summary: HJR117 is a joint resolution commending Sergeant Donald Lee Giles of the Clanton Police Department for being named the 2016 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes Giles's achievement and thanks him for his service. It notes his career in law enforcement and his role with the Clanton Police Department. It is ceremonial and does not change or create laws or requirements.

Who It Affects
Sergeant Donald Lee Giles — receives formal commendation and public recognition for being named 2016 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
The Clanton Police Department and the local community in Chilton County — benefit from formal recognition of the department's member and public acknowledgment of service.

Key Provisions
Be It Resolved by the Alabama Legislature, that Sergeant Donald Lee Giles is most highly commended and this resolution is offered with heartiest congratulations on his selection as the 2016 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
The resolution expresses best wishes for his future endeavors.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Boothe motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules