HJR290 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Rhett MarquesRepresentative
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Wes Allen Russell Bedsole Mike Jones Jamie Kiel Craig Lipscomb Proncey Robertson Chris Sells Matt Simpson Jeff Sorrells Scott Stadthagen
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Herring, Byron, commended
Summary: This House Joint Resolution commends Enterprise Fire Chief Byron Herring for nearly 50 years of dedicated service and outstanding professional achievement.
What This Bill Does
It formally recognizes Chief Byron Herring for his long career with the Enterprise Fire Department, including his leadership as chief and his retirement in May 2021. It highlights his achievements such as integrating EMS, expanding fire stations, increasing staffing, and upgrading equipment, as well as his involvement in firefighter associations and awards. It expresses admiration and best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects
Chief Byron Herring — receives formal commendation and public recognition of his service and leadership.
Enterprise, Alabama community and the Alabama public safety community — acknowledge and honor the firefighting career and departmental improvements attributed to Chief Herring, helping to reinforce public appreciation for emergency services.

Key Provisions
Commends Chief Byron Herring for decades of service with the Enterprise Fire Department and notes his retirement in May 2021.
Recognizes his leadership roles (Lieutenant, Captain, Chief since 1993) and other contributions (Safety Officer, founder of Battens Volunteer Fire Department, involvement in multiple firefighter associations; 2018 Alabama Fire Chiefs Association Chief of the Year).
Acknowledges advancements under his leadership, including high national ranking of the department, EMS integration, construction of two new fire stations, increased staffing, and upgraded equipment and training.
Declares the resolution with deepest admiration and appreciation and offers best wishes for Chief Herring's future endeavors.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory