HR174 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING TROOPER CHARLES MAY FOR BEING NOMINATED FOR THE 2023 ALABAMA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY LIFE SAVING MEDAL.

Summary

A House resolution commending Trooper Charles May for his nomination to the 2023 Alabama Life Saving Medal and recognizing his life-saving actions.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill officially commends Trooper Charles May for being nominated for the 2023 Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Life Saving Medal. It acknowledges the off-duty actions on January 22, 2022, where he located a missing hunter, replaced wet clothing with his own, carried him out of danger, and placed him in a patrol vehicle to raise his body temperature, saving his life. The resolution dedicates the measure to him with gratitude and admiration.

Who It Affects

• Trooper Charles May, who would receive formal commendation and public recognition.
• The Alabama law enforcement community and the public, which would receive a public acknowledgment of exemplary conduct and its inspirational value.

Key Provisions

• Commends Trooper Charles May for being nominated for the 2023 Alabama Life Saving Medal.
• Publicly recognizes and documents his actions on January 22, 2022, including locating the missing hunter, providing immediate care, and transporting him to safety to save his life.
• Dedicates the resolution to him with utmost gratitude, admiration, and regard.

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

Subjects

Trooper Charles May, Commended