HR159 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mac McCutcheon

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Perry, John, commended

Summary

HR159 is a House resolution that officially commends John Perry for co-authoring The Making of a Memorial about the Huntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally recognizes John Perry for his work documenting the Huntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial. It describes the memorial and the Patriots Walkway, highlighting the inclusion of local veterans and the educational purpose for visitors. It states that a copy of the resolution will be given to Perry and offers him best wishes for future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• John Perry – receives an official commendation and a copy of the resolution in recognition of his work as co-author of The Making of a Memorial.
• Huntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial and the local veterans community – acknowledged for honoring veterans and for the memorial's role in educating the public.
• Local students and visitors to the memorial – benefit indirectly from the memorial's educational purpose highlighted in the resolution.

Key Provisions

• Commend John Perry as a co-author of The Making of a Memorial and recognize his contribution to Alabama history.
• Acknowledge the Huntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial and its role in honoring Alabama veterans and documenting their history.
• Note that the book covers timelines of wars depicted on the memorial walls and Patriots Walkway kiosks, and that 20 local heroes are highlighted (including six killed in action and two missing in action).
• Acknowledge the black granite markers listing major conflicts starting with World War I and 366 Madison County service members who died.
• Describe the Patriots Walkway as having 39 panels that tell the living history of U.S. wars from 1775 to present and educate visitors, especially the young.
• Provide that the House offers a copy of the resolution to John Perry and extends sincere best wishes for his continued success.

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