HJR310 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Bryant, Tony, nominee for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended
Summary: A ceremonial House Joint Resolution commends Huntsville Police Officer Tony Bryant for nomination to the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and directs that he receive a copy of the resolution.
What This Bill Does
It recognizes Officer Tony Bryant as a nominee for Alabama's top law enforcement honor and highlights his courageous actions during a life-threatening incident on June 18, 2016. It notes that he previously received the Medal of Valor and that his actions helped protect a fellow officer and civilians. It directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Bryant as a formal sign of admiration and esteem; the measure is ceremonial and does not change laws.

Who It Affects
Officer Tony Bryant — formally recognized as a nominee for the 2017 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and presented with a copy of the resolution.
Huntsville Police Department and the Alabama law enforcement community — receive public recognition of Bryant's bravery and the department's service.

Key Provisions
Recognizes Officer Tony Bryant as a nominee for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
Describes Bryant's actions on June 18, 2016, where he attempted to subdue an armed suspect and, to protect a fellow officer and civilians, discharged his weapon to stop the threat.
Notes that Bryant had previously received the Medal of Valor from the Huntsville Police Department.
Directs that Bryant 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