HJR312 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Corporal Toliver and Officer Leonard, nominee for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

The Alabama Legislature commends two Irondale police officers as nominees for the 2017 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes Corporal Toliver and Officer Leonard for their courage during a life-threatening pursuit on June 9, 2016. It designates them as nominees for Alabama's highest law enforcement honor for extraordinary courage in the line of duty. It directs that they receive a copy of this resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem; this is ceremonial and does not create new law or funding.

Who It Affects

• Corporal Toliver and Officer Leonard of the Irondale Police Department, who receive formal recognition and are named nominees for the award.
• The Irondale Police Department and Alabama residents, who gain statewide public recognition of the officers' bravery and the Legislature's esteem.

Key Provisions

• Commends Corporal Toliver and Officer Leonard of the Irondale Police Department as nominees for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Directs that the officers receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.
• Notes that the Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement is Alabama's highest award for extraordinary courage in the line of duty.

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