AL HR466

Commends Lewis Easterly on his retirement from the Alabama Department of Revenue following longtime dedicated service.

Recognizes Easterly's education with a Bachelor of Science degree from Jacksonville State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University.

Notes Easterly's service as a Vietnam Combat Veteran awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge and his co-authorship of a book detailing his battalion's wartime experience.

Acknowledges Easterly's career achievements including working as a revenue examiner beginning in January 1969, serving in multiple departmental roles, and creating Alabama's Economic Development Section in 1996, making Alabama the only state revenue department with a dedicated economic development section.

Honors Easterly's family including his wife Carol and two daughters with their respective families, and conveys the House's highest esteem and best wishes for his retirement.