HJR862 Summary

• Honors Sheriff William Terry Perkins of Lamar County, Alabama for his outstanding record of achievement and seven terms of dedicated service in law enforcement
• Sheriff Perkins was sworn into office on January 20, 1987 and was reelected for his seventh term in November 2010, setting a current record for elected officials in Lamar County
• Recognizes his achievements including serving as Class President of the Officer's Academy in 1987 and being named Vernon Chamber of Commerce "Man of the Year" in 2009
• Notes his community leadership roles in the Vernon F and A Mason Lodge Number 389, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge Number 33, Iron Workers Union, and NH Harmony Freewill Baptist Church
• The Alabama Legislature commends Sheriff Perkins and offers this resolution in highest tribute for his service to Lamar County