HR128 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mac McCutcheon

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Adkins, Bennie G., death mourned

Summary

HR128 is a House resolution that mourns the death and pays tribute to Bennie G. Adkins, a Medal of Honor recipient from Alabama.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Bennie G. Adkins with deep sadness and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes his life and military service as a U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (Retired), including his Green Beret duties and his Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam. It also notes his post-military accomplishments, such as degrees from Troy University, his accounting firm, and The Bennie Adkins Foundation that provides scholarships to Special Forces soldiers.

Who It Affects

• Family and survivors of Bennie G. Adkins, who receive official tribute and sympathy from the House.
• Alabama veterans and residents, who are informed of his significance and contributions and see a formal recognition of a notable Alabama figure.

Key Provisions

• The House records the death of Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Bennie G. Adkins with deep sadness and offers tribute to his life and sympathy to his family.
• The resolution acknowledges Adkins' military service (over 20 years in the U.S. Army as a Green Beret, three Vietnam deployments) and his Medal of Honor for actions in 1966 in Vietnam.
• The resolution recognizes his post-military achievements, including education (bachelor's and two master's degrees from Troy University), his accounting firm, and the Bennie Adkins Foundation that provides scholarships to Special Forces soldiers.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence