HJR126 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Wes AllenSecretary

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Goshen High School Veterans, recognized

Summary

HJR126 is a House Joint Resolution that recognizes and honors Goshen-area veterans, including Goshen High School veterans, for their military service.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes Goshen-area veterans who served in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War, and notes notable achievements of Goshen High School alumni. The resolution thanks them on behalf of Alabama citizens and expresses the legislature's gratitude and highest tribute. As a symbolic, non-binding acknowledgment, it does not create new laws or impose new requirements.

Who It Affects

• Goshen-area veterans and their families are publicly recognized and honored.
• Goshen High School students, alumni, and the local community are acknowledged for their connection to these veterans and the community's history.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Goshen-area veterans who served in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War.
• Notes that about 381 veterans from the Goshen area served (including 3 who were female) during 1935-1975.
• States that at least 43 Goshen High School graduates served 20+ years in active duty or reserves; among them, one reached Major General and five reached Lieutenant Colonel; award details include 3 Silver Stars, 13 Bronze Stars, and 3 Distinguished Flying Crosses; 13 veterans made the ultimate sacrifice (9 in WWII, 3 in Korea, 1 in Vietnam); all service members were honorably discharged.
• Declares that the Alabama Legislature offers gratitude and the highest tribute to honor and commend these veterans.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory