House Joint Resolution 4 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Howard Sanderford; death mourned

Summary

HJR4 is a ceremonial resolution mourning the death and celebrating the life and public service of The Honorable Howard Sanderford.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the resolution records Howard Sanderford's death and publicly honors his life and contributions. It highlights his military service, business leadership, and long legislative career in Alabama, and expresses heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family. The resolution is intended to be entered into the official records of the Alabama Legislature as a memorial.

Who It Affects

• Howard Sanderford's immediate family and close associates — receive formal recognition and condolences from the Legislature.
• Alabama residents, lawmakers, and the Huntsville community — benefit from a formal public memorial that acknowledges his service and legacy.

Key Provisions

• Declares the death of The Honorable Howard Sanderford and records it with deep sadness.
• Offers heartfelt sympathy to his wife Dot, his daughters, grandchildren, and other family members.
• Commends Sanderford's life of public service, including his military service as a U.S. Marine Corps officer, his business leadership, and his 33-year tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives with various leadership roles.
• Be it resolved that this resolution is offered in tribute to his life and service to others and to be recorded in the official records as a memorial.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions