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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Howard Sanderford; death mourned
AI Summary
This joint resolution, originating from the Alabama Legislature, mourns the passing of The Honorable Howard Sanderford, who died at the age of 90 on January 7, 2026. The resolution highlights his extensive service to the state as a military officer in the United States Marine Corps, including participation in the 1958 Beirut landing, and as a dedicated public servant and legislator in the Alabama House of Representatives for 33 years, representing the 20th District. It also acknowledges his successful business career in information technology, founding Computer Leasing Company, Incorporated, and his numerous community involvements, including leadership roles in organizations like the Huntsville Rotary Club and the Madison County Republican Executive Committee. The resolution specifically commends his commitment to the aerospace industry, his role in championing the Space Academy for Leading Students in Alabama (SALSA) program, and his strong faith and active membership in the First Baptist Church of Huntsville. Finally, it expresses profound sorrow and offers heartfelt sympathy to his surviving family, recognizing his legacy as a principled and selfless statesman.
Sponsors (49)
Rex Reynolds (R)*,
Alan Baker (R),
Russell Bedsole (R),
Chris Blackshear (R),
Ron Bolton (R),
Napoleon Bracy (D),
Chip Brown (R),
Mack Butler (R),
Jim Carns (R),
Anthony Daniels (D),
Barbara Drummond (D),
Susan DuBose (R),
Corley Ellis (R),
David Faulkner (R),
Jennifer Fidler (R),
Donna Givens (R),
Laura Hall (D),
Ben Harrison (R),
Travis Hendrix (D),
Jim Hill (R),
Frances Holk-Jones (R),
Rolanda Hollis (D),
Bill Lamb (R),
Kelvin Lawrence (D),
James Lomax (R),
Joe Lovvorn (R),
A.J. McCampbell (D),
Penni McClammy (D),
Arnold Mooney (R),
Parker Moore (R),
Cindy Myrex (R),
Marcus Paramore (R),
Phillip Pettus (R),
Neil Rafferty (D),
Rick Rehm (R),
Phillip Rigsby (R),
Patrick Sellers (D),
Ginny Shaver (R),
Mike Shaw (R),
David Standridge (R),
Jerry Starnes (R),
Shane Stringer (R),
Troy Stubbs (R),
Ontario Tillman (D),
Curtis Travis (D),
Bubba Underwood (R),
Andy Whitt (R),
Randy Wood (R),
Ernie Yarbrough (R),
Last Action
Enacted (on 01/29/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/HJR4-enr.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/HJR4-int.pdf |
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