HR17 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jerry StarnesRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

HONORING SERGEANT FIRST CLASS LATONYA J. O'NEAL FOR OVER 22 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY.

Summary

The Alabama House would honor Sergeant First Class Latonya J. O'Neal for more than 22 years of dedicated military service with a formal tribute and retirement wishes.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally recognize Latonya J. O'Neal in a House resolution as a tribute from the Legislature. It highlights her long career, including leadership roles (such as S1 NCOIC of the 1,103rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion), her promotion to Sergeant First Class in 2019, and her deployments with the 53rd Quartermaster Company during Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, as well as her work with the Alabama National Guard and other units. The resolution expresses gratitude and admiration and offers best wishes for her retirement; it does not create legal duties, funding, or policy changes.

Who It Affects

• Sergeant First Class Latonya J. O'Neal, who would receive formal recognition and a commemorative tribute.
• Alabama's military community, veterans, and the general public, who gain a formal acknowledgment of her service and dedication.

Key Provisions

• Honors Latonya J. O'Neal for over 22 years of service to the United States Military via a House of Representatives resolution.
• Describes her career milestones and deployments (e.g., S1 NCOIC of the 1,103rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion; promoted to SFC in 2019; deployments in 2003 and 2005 with the 53rd Quartermaster Company; service with the Alabama National Guard and 167th Theater Sustainment Command; awards include Army Achievement Medal and Meritorious Service Medals).
• States the resolution is a tribute expressing gratitude and best wishes for continued happiness and successful 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

Sergeant First Class Latonya J. O'Neal, Honored