HJR446 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

New, Father Gary Ward, death mourned

Summary

This bill would officially mourn the death and celebrate the life of Father Gary Ward New through a joint resolution by Alabama’s Legislature.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the resolution would recognize Father New’s life and service, including his roles as a Salvatorian Brother and priest and his charitable work. It would express condolences to his family and friends. It would memorialize him in the official state records as a tribute from the Legislature.

Who It Affects

• Father Gary Ward New’s family, friends, and religious community who would receive formal recognition and sympathy from the state
• Alabama residents who would encounter the official tribute in the state legislative record and learn about Father New’s life and contributions

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved by the Legislature of Alabama, Both Houses concurring, that the death of Father Gary Ward New is mourned and this resolution is offered in highest tribute to his legacy and in heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
• The resolution acknowledges Father New’s service as a Salvatorian Brother and priest, his ministry in Alabama, and his charitable work for the less fortunate and local communities.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence