Alabama House Bill HR83

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

• Filed/Read First Time: 9/14/25
• Introduced: 2/20/25
• Passed: 2/20/25

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Alabama Legislature

Impact

This resolution further acknowledges the commitment of individuals like Mr. Jones who contribute positively to their communities. By formally recognizing his actions, HR83 emphasizes the importance of community service and the impact of personal dedication in fostering goodwill among citizens. The commendation seeks to inspire others to exhibit similar behavior in their communities.

Summary

House Resolution 83 (HR83) commends Mr. Doug Jones for his dedication and efforts in returning a lost Bible to Representative Mark Gidley. The resolution highlights a noteworthy incident where Representative Gidley misplaced the Bible on the roof of his car, which fell off onto a busy highway in Montgomery, Alabama. Mr. Jones discovered the lost Bible and went above and beyond to ensure it was returned to its rightful owner, demonstrating exceptional community spirit and personal integrity.

Contention

While the bill serves a largely ceremonial purpose, it reflects the values of the Alabama legislature in promoting recognition of altruistic actions within the community. There are minimal points of contention surrounding this resolution, as commendations generally gather broad support. However, discussions may arise around the appropriateness of legislative time and resources spent on such personal commendations.