HJR271 Alabama 2019 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Mike Jones
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2019
Title: Logan, Jenkins, 50 years of service, commended
Summary: The Alabama Legislature approves a resolution honoring Captain Jenkins Logan for 50 years of service to the Opp Police Department.
What This Bill Does
The bill publicly commends Captain Jenkins Logan for half a century of service and recognizes his leadership as a captain. It notes his historic role as the first African American police officer in Opp and dedicates the resolution to him with gratitude and esteem. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment and does not change any laws or funding.

Who It Affects
Captain Jenkins Logan – receives formal commendation and public recognition for 50 years of service
Opp community and Opp Police Department – receives statewide ceremonial recognition and acknowledgment

Key Provisions
Extends warmest commendations and congratulations to Captain Jenkins Logan for 50 years of dedicated service to the Opp Police Department.
Dedicates the resolution to him in highest gratitude and esteem.
Acknowledges his status as the first African American police officer in Opp and his long tenure as a captain.
States that the resolution is ceremonial and does not modify laws or allocate funds.

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, Congratulatory