HR179 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING DEPUTY CHRIS POOLE AS A RECIPIENT FOR THE 2023 ALABAMA LEGISLATIVE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

Summary

This House resolution commends Deputy Chris Poole for receiving the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and honors his actions during the 2022 incident.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it would formally recognize Deputy Poole as a recipient of the 2023 Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement and require that a copy of the resolution be presented to him. The resolution also notes support for the Deputy Brad Johnson Act, a policy proposal mentioned in the text to address sentencing and officer safety.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Chris Poole — receives official recognition and presentation of the resolution
• Alabama law enforcement community — gains formal public acknowledgment of bravery and service
• The public safety policy context in Alabama — referenced support for the Deputy Brad Johnson Act (policy goal to address sentencing and officer safety)

Key Provisions

• Recognize Deputy Chris Poole as a recipient of the 2023 Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement
• Provide that a copy of the resolution be presented to Deputy Poole
• Acknowledge Poole's actions during the June 29, 2022 incident and the related events, including injuries to Poole and the death of Deputy Brad Johnson
• Express support for the Deputy Brad Johnson Act as a means to improve sentencing and prevent harm to officers

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

Subjects

Chris Poole, recipient for the 2023 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor, Commended