HR83 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mark GidleyRepresentative

Republican

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Doug Jones, commended

Summary

The Alabama House passed and signed a resolution commending Doug Jones for returning a lost Bible to Rep. Mark Gidley and recognizing his effort.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally praises Doug Jones for rescuing the Bible that fell from Rep. Gidley’s car and for locating its owner. It notes the external context of the Bible being a gift to lawmakers and Jones' persistence in returning it. It expresses sincere appreciation and presents the resolution as evidence of that appreciation, along with best wishes for his blessings and prosperity in future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Doug Jones — receives formal public commendation for his actions
• Rep. Mark Gidley — receives the Bible back and is the focus of the commendation
• Alabama House of Representatives — issues and signs the resolution recognizing a citizen's good deed
• David Hoke and the Alabama Christian Coalition — context in the resolution as the original givers of Bibles to legislators

Key Provisions

• Commend Doug Jones for returning the Bible and for his time and effort in locating Representative Gidley.
• Express sincere appreciation and best wishes for blessings and prosperity in all future endeavors.

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