HR230 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Allen TreadawayRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Louise AlexanderJim CarnsMerika ColemanDickie DrakeDavid FaulknerJuandalynn GivanRolanda HollisNeil RaffertyRod ScottKyle SouthDavid Wheeler

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Edwards, Sean, commended

Summary

A House resolution commends Captain Sean Edwards for his long career in law enforcement, military service, and community leadership.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally recognize Captain Edwards by listing his professional achievements, military service, education, and community roles. It dedicates the House's gratitude and admiration to him, effectively publicly honoring his contributions. It serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than a change to law or policy.

Who It Affects

• Captain Sean Edwards — receives formal recognition and a dedicated resolution from the Alabama House.
• Alabama residents/public — gains a public acknowledgment of a local leader's service and achievements.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Captain Sean Edwards for over 27 years of law enforcement experience with the Birmingham Police Department and his various roles (e.g., Patrol Officer, Domestic Violence Detective, Academy Instructor, and commander positions).
• Acknowledges his 22+ years in the United States Army Reserve, including described deployments (Balkans, Iraq) and retirement as a Major.
• Notes his educational background (BS in Criminal Justice from UAB, MS in Criminal Justice from Faulkner University) and professional credentials (FBI National Academy, Southeast Law Enforcement Executive Development Course).
• List his community and leadership roles (IACP member, Jefferson County Family Resource Center board member, founder/Senior Pastor of Empowerment Word Church, adjunct professor at Miles College) and states the House dedicates the resolution to him with gratitude and regard.

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, Congratulatory