HR11 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Allen TreadawayRepresentative

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING COLONEL ROBERT ALLEN KING FOR HIS COMMITTED SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE.

Summary

A House resolution commending Colonel Robert Allen King for his long service in the United States Air Force.

What This Bill Does

The bill would formally commend Colonel King and serve as a ceremonial tribute recognizing his service. It notes his leadership as Commander of the 117th Air Refueling Wing in Birmingham and his oversight of operations supporting Air Mobility Command and related missions. It acknowledges his career milestones, awards, and retirement, expressing best wishes for his continued happiness and success.

Who It Affects

• Colonel Robert Allen King — receives formal state-level commendation and public recognition.
• Alabama residents and state institutions — benefit from a ceremonial acknowledgment of a prominent Alabama-based military leader and his role with the Alabama National Guard.

Key Provisions

• Commends Colonel Robert Allen King for many years of dedicated service to the United States Air Force.
• Recognizes his role as Commander of the 117th Air Refueling Wing at Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Birmingham, and his responsibility for leading over 1,000 personnel and for operational support of Air Mobility Command and the wing's global mission.
• Notes his career achievements, including promotion to Colonel in 2016, NATO experience, more than 4,800 flight hours, a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and numerous awards and decorations.
• Expresses gratitude and best wishes for his retirement.

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

Subjects

Colonel Robert Allen King, Commended