House Resolution 27 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David FaulknerRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Mountain Brook Police Officer Richard Knecht, recognized

Summary

A ceremonial House resolution recognizing Mountain Brook Police Officer Richard Knecht for receiving the Safe Schools Leadership Award and for his service as Mountain Brook High School’s School Resource Officer.

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the resolution formally commends Officer Knecht for his leadership in school safety and for receiving the Safe Schools Leadership Award. It highlights his more-than-eight-year service as MBHS's SRO, his TAASRO leadership, and his Autism Awareness patch project and fundraising efforts for the Autism Society of Alabama. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or require spending.

Who It Affects

• Officer Richard Knecht – receives formal recognition and commendation for his work in school safety.
• Mountain Brook High School students, staff, and the Mountain Brook community – benefit from public acknowledgement of ongoing school-safety efforts and related awareness initiatives.

Key Provisions

• Commends Officer Richard Knecht for receiving the Safe Schools Leadership Award and for his dedication to school safety.
• Acknowledges his service as Mountain Brook High School's School Resource Officer for more than eight years.
• Recognizes his involvement with TAASRO as a School Safety Specialist and his leadership within the organization.
• Notes his creation of the MBPD Autism Awareness patch and his fundraising efforts for the Autism Society of Alabama.
• Expresses gratitude and best wishes for continued health, happiness, and fulfillment.

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