HR177 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING DEPUTY JERRY BINGMAN FOR BEING NOMINATED FOR THE 2023 ALABAMA LEGISLATIVE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

Summary

The bill formally commends Deputy Jerry Bingman for being nominated for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

It provides a formal House of Representatives commendation for Deputy Jerry Bingman. It describes his actions on May 27, 2022, in Decatur, where he helped rescue an occupant from a burning trailer, helped partially extinguish the fire, and assisted emergency responders. The resolution dedicates the commendation to him with gratitude and admiration; it is ceremonial and does not create new laws or change existing duties.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Jerry Bingman – receives a formal commendation and public recognition for his bravery and nomination.
• The Alabama public and law enforcement community – publicly acknowledges heroic actions and the service of emergency responders.

Key Provisions

• Commends Deputy Jerry Bingman for being nominated for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Recites his actions on May 27, 2022, in Decatur, including rescuing an occupant from a burning trailer and assisting with extinguishing the fire.
• Notes his quick and heroic response and states that he helped save a life.
• Be It Resolved: the House dedicates the resolution to Deputy Bingman 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

Deputy Jerry Bingman, Commended