HR 430

HR430 193335-1 By Representatives Moore (M), Givan, Coleman, Hollis, Chestnut and Scott RFD: First Read: 15-MAR-18 193335-1:n:03/15/2018:DSM/tj LSA2018-1296 COMMENDING THE SECURITY FORCE AT THE ALABAMA STATE HOUSE FOR ITS EXEMPLARY SERVICE. WHEREAS, highest commendations and heartiest congratulations are hereby extended to the Security Force at the Alabama State House for exceptional abilities, keen intellect, public service, and unyielding integrity in serving the Legislature and the citizens of Alabama; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of Derek Hamilton, the security for the House of Representatives maintains three year-round security personnel and an additional 15 temporary security officers during the legislative session; for the Senate, Jimmetta Gourdine has the leadership role for three year-round security during officers and an additional 10 temporary security officers during the legislative session; and WHEREAS, two Alabama state troopers serve the State House on session days and committee meeting days; Dothan Security Incorporated provides the entryway screening at each publicly accessible entry of the Alabama State House; and WHEREAS, the majority of the security detail for the Alabama State House are now serving the public again following a distinguished career in law enforcement; these outstanding officers, with exceptional competence and diligence, are the first line of defense for the employees, elected officials, and citizens who visit the Alabama State House; and WHEREAS, the members of the Security Force have earned respect for their contributions to this state, which is evidenced throughout each legislative session and the estimated value of their service is immeasurable; the Security Force at the Alabama State House has consistently provided this state with invaluable services and are worthy of commendation; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That we commend the Security Force at the Alabama State House for its service to the legislative membership and staff and to the citizens of Alabama with outstanding dedication and for exemplifying the high ideals of the law enforcement profession. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That we direct that a copy of this resolution be provided to each member serving on the Security Force for the Alabama State House as an expression of sincere gratitude for the contributions to the Legislature and the citizens of the State of Alabama.