HJR249 Alabama 2017 Session
Summary
- Primary Sponsor
Randy WoodRepresentativeRepublican- Session
- Regular Session 2017
- Title
- Frank, Jesse, lifesaving actions, commended
- Summary
The Alabama Legislature commends Jesse Frank for his quick, lifesaving actions when a school bus driver lost consciousness.
What This Bill DoesThis House Joint Resolution recognizes Jesse Frank of Pell City for his rapid response that potentially saved the lives of 38 children on a school bus. It describes how he called 911, steered the bus to the right shoulder, operated the brake with his hand, and helped students off the bus. The resolution expresses admiration and best wishes, and does not create new laws or require actions.
Who It Affects- Jesse Frank (receives formal commendation for heroism)
- Pell City community, including local school officials and the Mayor (publicly recognized for his actions)
- Students on the bus and their families (benefited from his lifesaving actions)
Key ProvisionsAI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.- Commends Jesse Frank for his extraordinary and lifesaving actions during a school bus emergency
- Notes that his actions potentially saved the lives of 38 children, and describes his steps (calling 911, steering to the shoulder, using the brake by hand, helping students off) and expresses admiration and best wishes
- Subjects
- Resolutions, Congratulatory
Bill Actions
Forwarded to Governor on April 25, 2017 at 5:54 p.m. on April 25, 2017.
Assigned Act No. 2017-197.
Clerk of the House Certification
Enrolled
Signature Requested
Passed Second House
Waggoner motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote
Reported from Rules
Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules
Johnson (R) motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote
Reported from Rules
Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules
Bill Text
Documents
Source: Alabama Legislature