HJR263 Summary

• Recognizes the establishment of the Fredric Rosemore Patriotism Award by the 4-H programs of Franklin, Colbert, Lauderdale, and Lawrence Counties in honor of Dr. Fredric Rosemore.

• Honors Dr. Rosemore's military service, including completion of 22 combat missions as a B-17 navigator in World War II, his capture and imprisonment in a Nazi prison camp, and his receipt of the Air Medal Oak Leaf Cluster, Presidential Unit Citation, five Battle Stars, Prisoner of War Medal, and two Purple Hearts.

• Recognizes Dr. Rosemore's career as an optometrist, his philanthropic work including donations of eyeglasses to disadvantaged children and free eye care to indigent and elderly persons, and his creation of PMC Capital worth over $500 million.

• Establishes that the award will be bestowed on candidates who share Dr. Rosemore's love for the United States and live by the 4-H Pledge emphasizing clear thinking, loyalty, service, and healthy living.

• Directs the legislature to provide copies of the resolution to the 4-H programs of Franklin, Colbert, Lauderdale, and Lawrence Counties and to Dr. Rosemore's family as recognition of his contributions to Alabama and the nation.