HJR138 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jim HillRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Brooks, Dennis Matthew, death mourned

Summary

HJR138 is a ceremonial House Joint Resolution mourning the death and recognizing the life of Dennis Matthew Brooks, a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill records the death of Dennis Matthew Brooks with deep sadness, offers heartfelt sympathy to his family, and publicly honors his life and service. It outlines his background (birth in Fairfield, education at Fairfield High School, Howard College, and the U.S. Naval Academy), his 35-year naval career as a fighter pilot, test pilot, teacher, and leader, and his post-retirement community work in Pell City (Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity founder, Elder at First Presbyterian Church). The resolution is a ceremonial tribute by the Alabama Legislature and does not change existing laws.

Who It Affects

• Dennis Matthew Brooks and his immediate family, who receive formal recognition and condolences from the Alabama Legislature
• Pell City and the surrounding Alabama community, including organizations he served (Pell City Rotary Club, Rotary District 6860, Habitat for Humanity, First Presbyterian Church in Talladega)
• The Alabama Legislature and Alabama residents, who observe a formal tribute and recognition of Brooks's life and service

Key Provisions

• The death of Dennis Matthew Brooks is recorded with deep sadness and the resolution offers the highest tribute to his life along with heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• The resolution summarizes Brooks's life and public service, including his naval career (fighter pilot, test pilot, teacher, and leader) and his community contributions after retirement (Rotary involvement, Habitat for Humanity founder, and church leadership).
• The resolution is offered by the Alabama Legislature (both houses concurring) as a ceremonial tribute, and reflects formal adoption by the House and Senate.

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