HR130 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Prince ChestnutRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

MOURNING THE DEATH OF MR. EARNEST L. TATE.

Summary

HR130 is a House resolution that mourns the death of Earnest L. Tate and honors his life and service in Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the House would record the death of Earnest L. Tate with deep sadness, offer heartfelt sympathy to his family, and publicly recognize his achievements. The resolution highlights his work with the U.S. Postal Service, his groundbreaking role in the Selma Police Department, his service as Chief of Police, his numerous awards, and his involvement in his church and community. It also notes that a street in Selma was renamed in his honor and expresses the community’s appreciation for his contributions.

Who It Affects

• Family members and survivors of Earnest L. Tate, who receive formal recognition and condolences from the Legislature
• The Selma community and Alabama residents, who are informed of Tate's life achievements and honored memory through official recognition

Key Provisions

• The death of Earnest L. Tate is recorded with deep sadness and the resolution is offered in tribute to his life and in sympathy to his family.
• The resolution provides a summary of Tate's life, including his birth, career milestones (USPS driver, first African American Star Route Mail Carrier Contract recipient, police service and leadership in Selma, and retirement), awards, community work, and church involvement.
• The House expresses heartfelt sympathy to Tate's wife, children, sister, in-laws, other relatives, and friends.
• The resolution notes that Tate's legacy is honored in the community (e.g., a street named Earnest L. Tate Street) and is offered as a formal tribute by the Alabama House of Representatives.

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

Subjects

Earnest L. Tate, Death Mourned