HJR24 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Scott StadthagenRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING COLONEL (RETIRED) MARK HAROLD MCDONALD FOR MANY YEARS OF COMMITTED SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE.

Summary

HJR24 is a ceremonial Alabama House joint resolution that recognizes and thanks Colonel (Retired) Mark Harold McDonald for his long service in the U.S. Army Reserve.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it formally commends Colonel McDonald for his extensive career, lists his key assignments and decorations, and expresses deep gratitude and best wishes for his retirement. It presents biographical details and service milestones as part of the public acknowledgment. No changes to existing laws are made; this is a ceremonial tribute.

Who It Affects

• Colonel Mark Harold McDonald, the honoree, who receives formal public recognition and commendation.
• Alabama residents, including veterans and the public, who witness the ceremonial tribute and its message of appreciation for military service.

Key Provisions

• Commends Colonel (Retired) Mark Harold McDonald for his many years of committed service to the United States Army Reserve.
• Acknowledges 30 years of commissioned service and over 40 years of total military service, along with major duty assignments and numerous decorations and badges earned.
• Specifies biographical details (born February 15, 1963, in Huntsville, Alabama; Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville) and notes additional military education.
• Expresses gratitude, admiration, and best wishes for continued happiness and success during retirement; dedicates the resolution to him.

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

Subjects

Mark Harold McDonald, Commending