HR5 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara DrummondRepresentative

Democrat

Session

First Special Session 2019

Title

Jackson, Donald Eli, death mourned

Summary

Alabama House resolution mourning the death of Donald Eli Jackson and offering condolences to his family and community.

What This Bill Does

The bill records the death of Donald Eli Jackson and expresses deep sadness, while paying tribute to his life, work, and community involvement. It acknowledges his military service, long career, faith, and service to various organizations, and extends sympathy to his wife, children, and survivors. It does not change laws or create new policies; it is ceremonial in nature.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Donald Eli Jackson, who receive formal expressions of sympathy from the House.
• The Mobile community and Alabama residents, who are publicly recognizing Jackson's life and contributions through this memorial resolution.

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Donald Eli Jackson with deep sadness and offers this resolution in tribute to his life and with heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• The House pays tribute to Jackson's life, noting his faith, military service, long tenure with Alabama Power, and involvement with church groups, veterans organizations, and community groups.
• The House extends heartfelt sympathy to his wife, children, grandchildren, and other survivors for their loss.
• The resolution publicly acknowledges Jackson's contributions to his community in Mobile and serves as a formal public memorial.

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