SJR42 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Law Enforcement Officers, honored

Summary

The Alabama Legislature would publicly honor five Tuscaloosa County law enforcement officers of the year named by the Exchange Club of Tuscaloosa.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, SJR42 would formally recognize and commend Officer Jose Martinez, Sergeant Devin Kerstetter, Deputy Deonte Washington, Investigator Jessica Wilson, and Senior Trooper Heath Heaton for their courageous actions. It describes the Exchange Club of Tuscaloosa’s annual Law Enforcement Officers of the Year ceremony and the officers’ bravery in protecting the community. The resolution expresses pride from both houses and wishes the officers continued success.

Who It Affects

• The named law enforcement officers and their agencies (Northport Police Department, Tuscaloosa Police Department, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office, University of Alabama Police Department, Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency) who are honored.
• The public and Tuscaloosa County community, as the resolution publicly recognizes and supports law enforcement service.
• The Alabama Legislature, as it issues a formal joint resolution recognizing the officers.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the Law Enforcement Officers of the Year as selected by the Exchange Club of Tuscaloosa and honors their bravery and commitment.
• Names specific honorees and their agencies, and describes some acts of heroism (e.g., responding to fires and aiding victims).
• Declares pride and commends these officers on behalf of both houses of the Legislature and wishes them future success.

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