HR34 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig Ford

Independent

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Garrett, Fred Lawson, death mourned

Summary

HR34 is a House of Representatives resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life of Fred Lawson Garrett, and expressing sympathy to his family and friends.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Fred Lawson Garrett with deep sadness and, at the same time, celebrates his life and the impact he had on others. It notes his faith and church involvement, his community work, and his love of family. It mentions details of his life, such as living in Glencoe for over 45 years and his work as a city employee, tree surgeon, and long-haul truck driver. It ends by offering heartfelt sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and other family and friends.

Who It Affects

• Family and friends of Fred Lawson Garrett, who receive formal expressions of condolence and tribute from the Alabama House.
• Residents of Glencoe and members of Goodyear Heights Baptist Church, as well as the broader Alabama community that learns about his life and contributions through the resolution.

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Fred Lawson Garrett with deep sadness and, in tribute, celebrates his life.
• It expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife Dot Garrett, his daughters, grandchildren, and other family and friends.
• It acknowledges his faith, church involvement, longtime residence in Glencoe, and his work as a city employee, tree surgeon, and long-haul truck driver as aspects of his life being honored.

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, Condolence