HR287 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ed OliverRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Billy Boyd, death mourned

Summary

HR287 is a House of Representatives resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Billy Ray Bullard, a Vietnam-era veteran and longtime Alabama civil engineer.

What This Bill Does

It records the death with deep sadness in the official records and offers heartfelt sympathy to his family. It recognizes his military service in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and his service in the Alabama Army National Guard, along with his 48-year career as a civil engineer with the Alabama Department of Transportation. It also celebrates his life and contributions to his family, community, and state. This is a ceremonial gesture and does not change state law or policy.

Who It Affects

• Billy Ray Bullard's immediate family and close friends, who receive formal recognition and condolences.
• The Alabama community, including veterans and transportation workers, who are publicly reminded of his service and contributions.

Key Provisions

• Declares the death of Billy Ray Bullard and records it with deep sadness.
• Expresses sympathy to his wife Peggy Bullard and his children and grandchildren.
• Acknowledges his military service: U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and his retirement from the Alabama Army National Guard.
• Acknowledges his 48-year career with the Alabama Department of Transportation as a civil engineer.
• Celebrates his life and contributions to his family, community, and state.

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

Subjects

Resolutions