HR178 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING DEPUTY KEL ROBERTS FOR BEING NOMINATED FOR THE 2023 ALABAMA LEGISLATIVE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

Summary

A House resolution commends Deputy Kel Roberts for being nominated for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

It would formally recognize Deputy Kel Roberts for his nomination for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement. It describes his actions on May 27, 2022, when he and fellow deputies responded to a possible explosion at a Decatur residence, entered a burning trailer to locate an occupant, helped remove the occupant, and assisted with extinguishing part of the fire while awaiting the fire department. The resolution dedicates the tribute to him with gratitude, admiration, and regard. It is ceremonial and does not change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Kel Roberts — receives formal public recognition and honor for his bravery and nomination.
• Alabama’s law enforcement community and the public — benefit from ceremonial acknowledgment of heroism that highlights public safety and service.

Key Provisions

• Commends Deputy Kel Roberts for nomination for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement.
• Recites and honors his actions during the May 27, 2022 incident at a Decatur residence, including rescuing an occupant from a burning trailer and assisting with fire control.
• Dedicate the resolution to Deputy Roberts with utmost gratitude, admiration, and regard.

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Subjects

Deputy Kel Roberts, Commended