AL HR304

Mourns the death of Mr. Ricky Wyatt of Cottondale, Alabama, who died on November 1, 2011, at age 57.

Recognizes Mr. Wyatt as the plaintiff in the landmark case Wyatt v. Stickney, which established principles of humane treatment for institutionalized persons with mental illness or mental retardation.

Notes that Mr. Wyatt was committed to Bryce Hospital at age 14 where patients faced horrendous conditions, including a ratio of only one nurse per 250 patients, which the court case helped remedy by requiring benevolent and individualized treatment plans.

Identifies survivors as his mother Sylvia Hunter, sister Kathy King, and brother Ronnie Hunter.

Offers the resolution in highest tribute to Mr. Wyatt's life and legacy of improving the lives of countless individuals, with heartfelt sympathy to his grieving family.