HR287 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Van SmithRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Eddie Reed, death mourned

Summary

This bill is a House resolution mourning the death and honoring the life of Eddie Reed, former mayor of Jemison, Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Alabama House would formally mourn Eddie Reed's passing and pay tribute to his life and public service. It acknowledges his 49 years in public service, including his time as Jemison's mayor from 2004 to 2025, and notes his historic role as the first African American elected to public office in Chilton County in 1976. The resolution offers condolences to his family and friends and recognizes his leadership and contributions to the community.

Who It Affects

• Eddie Reed's family and friends, who receive formal condolences and tribute
• Residents of Jemison and Chilton County, who are reminded of his impact and historic role
• The Alabama House of Representatives and state government, which issue the ceremonial resolution
• The broader public who reads or learns about the tribute

Key Provisions

• Proclaims mourning and pays tribute to Eddie Reed's life, acknowledging his 49 years of public service and his tenure as Jemison's mayor (2004–2025), as well as his status as the first African American elected to public office in Chilton County
• Offers heartfelt sympathy and condolences to his family and friends and recognizes his leadership, integrity, and faith

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano-2025-08-07 on Mar 31, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions