HR299 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Tutten, Zack, recipient of the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement, commended

Summary

The Alabama House resolution commends Officer Zack Tutten as a nominee for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and notes a copy of the resolution should be given to him.

What This Bill Does

It publicly recognizes Officer Zack Tutten for his courage during a 2016 incident in Lincoln, praising his quick and protective actions. It designates him as a nominee for the 2017 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and directs that he receive a copy of the resolution as a sign of the Legislature's esteem.

Who It Affects

• Officer Zack Tutten — recognized as a nominee for the 2017 Medal of Honor and to receive a copy of the resolution.
• Residents of Lincoln, Alabama and the Lincoln Police Department — benefit from the public acknowledgment and example set by this recognition.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Officer Zack Tutten as a nominee for the 2017 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Directs that Officer Tutten receive a copy of the resolution as evidence of the Legislature's admiration and esteem.
• References the May 28, 2016 incident in Lincoln where Tutten's actions protected multiple people and demonstrated courage.

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