HR191 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Russell BedsoleRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Deputy Deonte Washington, Legislative Meritorious Service Award for Law Enforcement recipient, commended

Summary

The Alabama House honors Deputy Deonte Washington as the recipient of the 2024 Alabama Legislative Meritorious Service Award for Law Enforcement.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would formally commend Deputy Deonte Washington for his bravery during a December 15, 2023 structure fire in Tuscaloosa County. The resolution describes how he notified residents, entered a smoky apartment, located the fire's source, and rescued a disoriented male and a disoriented female, putting the safety of others first. It also dedicates the resolution to him with gratitude, admiration, and esteem.

Who It Affects

• Deputy Deonte Washington — receives formal recognition and commendation from the Alabama House for his actions during the December 15, 2023 fire.
• Residents of Tuscaloosa County and Alabama's law enforcement community — benefit from public acknowledgment of bravery and service.

Key Provisions

• Commends Deputy Deonte Washington as the recipient of the 2024 Alabama Legislative Meritorious Service Award for Law Enforcement.
• Narrates his actions on December 15, 2023, including notifying residents, clearing the apartment building, entering a smoky apartment, rescuing a disoriented male and later a disoriented female, and coordinating with the Tuscaloosa Fire Department.
• Dedicate the resolution to Deputy Washington in utmost gratitude, admiration, and esteem.

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Subjects

Resolutions