HJR208 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Van SmithRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Warren Lee Helms, death mourned

Summary

A ceremonial joint resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Warren Lee Helms, a longtime Alabama emergency management leader.

What This Bill Does

It records the death of Warren Lee Helms and expresses deep sadness. It celebrates his life and recognizes his service in the U.S. Air Force, his leadership as Alabama EMA Director, and his community work, including private disaster-planning efforts. It is adopted by both houses of the Alabama Legislature as a tribute and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Who It Affects

• Family and close friends of Warren Lee Helms, who receive formal recognition and condolences from the state.
• Alabama's emergency management community and residents who recognize and honor Helms' public service and leadership.

Key Provisions

• The death of Warren Lee Helms is mourned and his life is celebrated, with acknowledgment of his military service and long career in emergency management and disaster planning.
• The resolution is adopted by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature as a tribute and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his family.

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Subjects

Resolutions