HR241 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Mike BallAnthony DanielsLaura HallMac McCutcheonAndy WhittRitchie Whorton

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Pool, Sergeant Braxton, honored

Summary

The Alabama House honors late Sergeant Braxton Pool for bravery in World War II with a formal tribute and sympathy to his family.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would establish a formal House of Representatives tribute to Sergeant Braxton Pool, recognizing his World War II bravery. It notes his actions in North Africa, including defeating enemy forces and earning the Purple Heart, and his death in action at age 23. It also shares background details about his life in Randolph County, Alabama, and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Who It Affects

• The family of Sergeant Braxton Pool receives official recognition and heartfelt sympathy from the Alabama House.
• Alabama residents and especially veterans and the broader public are informed of Pool's service and sacrifice through this official tribute.

Key Provisions

• Honors the late Sergeant Braxton Pool for acts of bravery during World War II.
• Describes his actions in North Africa and his combat record (including defeating 53 enemy soldiers and three machine gun crews) and notes that he earned the Purple Heart.
• Notes that Pool was killed in action at age 23 and provides background as a beekeeper and farm boy from Wedowee, Randolph County, Alabama; oldest of five children; son of Otis and Verdie Pool; graduate of Randolph County High School.
• States that the House of Representatives highly honors him and that the resolution serves as a tribute with gratitude, admiration, and sympathy to his family.

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