HR235 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kerry UnderwoodRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

RECOGNIZING THE 2023 NAVY SEAL FOUNDATION NEW YORK CITY SEAL SWIM.

Summary

Alabama's House recognizes and honors the 2023 Navy SEAL Foundation New York City Seal Swim.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the resolution would publicly acknowledge the event and its participants, including Alabama's Lt. Cmdr. (Ret.) Richard Clifford, and express appreciation for the fundraising and support provided to Navy SEALs and their families. It documents the event as a multi-sport open-water swim in New York City with a commemorative route and ceremonial push-ups and pull-ups at key points. The resolution is symbolic and does not create new laws or spending commitments.

Who It Affects

• Navy SEAL Foundation and Navy SEALs and their families receive formal recognition and supportive acknowledgement from Alabama.
• Participants in the event, including former SEALs, veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders from across the country, are recognized for their service and fundraising efforts.
• Lieutenant Commander (Retired) Richard Clifford, an Alabamian, is specifically acknowledged as a participant in the event.

Key Provisions

• Recognition and high honor of the 2023 Navy SEAL Foundation New York City Seal Swim.
• Dedication of the resolution to the event with utmost appreciation, admiration, and regard.
• Acknowledgment of LCDR Richard Clifford's participation as an Alabama participant.

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

Subjects

Navy SEAL Foundation New York City SEAL Swim, Recognized