HR 633 Summary

• Honors Bruce Porterfield, born February 2, 1961, in Fort Deposit, Alabama, for his exceptional achievements and courage in overcoming adversity.

• Recognizes Porterfield's accomplishments as a three-year starter running back at Alabama State University on a football scholarship and his subsequent signing as a free agent with the Saint Louis Cardinals in the NFL.

• Acknowledges that Porterfield has survived more than 20 years beyond doctors' 1985 prognosis of 3-5 years life expectancy after diagnosis with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease), through faith, determination, and family support.

• States that despite ALS confining him to bed, Porterfield maintains a strong mind and indomitable spirit while remaining active in his health care and spiritual decisions.

• The House of Representatives of Alabama honors and commends Bruce Porterfield for his exceptional strength and courage on behalf of the citizens of Alabama.