HJR143 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: David Cole
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: HJR______ MOURNING THE DEATH OF LIEUTENANT COLONEL (RETIRED) DR. RICHARD GOODWIN.
Summary: HJR143 is a joint resolution by the Alabama Legislature mourning the death of Lt. Col. (Retired) Dr. Richard Goodwin and expressing sympathy to his family.
What This Bill Does
If passed, it officially records Dr. Goodwin's death in the state’s acts, and it publicly pays tribute to his life and service. It also expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family and notes his lengthy career in the military, government work, and community involvement.

Who It Affects
Lt. Col. (Retired) Dr. Richard Goodwin's surviving family (wife Linda; children Katie and James; grandchildren Amelia and Ian; brother Hugh) who receive public recognition and sympathy through the resolution.
The Alabama Legislature and the broader Alabama community, which acknowledges his contributions and records the death as a formal act.

Key Provisions
Records the death of Lt. Col. (Retired) Dr. Richard Goodwin in the official acts of the Alabama Legislature.
Conveys the Legislature's deep sadness and tribute to his life and public service, and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Notes Dr. Goodwin's life achievements and service (military career, education, and community involvement) as part of the memorial.
States that the resolution was passed by both houses of the Legislature and adopted to honor his memory.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: LTC (RET) DR. Richard ''Doc" Goodwin, Death Mourned