HJR294 Summary

• Commends Martin Craig Strickland for his professional achievements and dedicated service to the Alabama Legislature and citizens of the state.

• Recognizes Strickland's 42+ years as the longest-serving employee of the Legislative Reference Service, beginning in 1973 and continuing as a team leader and veteran attorney.

• Highlights his expertise spanning taxation, economic and industrial development, reapportionment, environment, constitutional and legislative issues, and Sunset Law.

• Honors Strickland's character as a respected advisor known for his intelligence, integrity, accuracy, fairness, practical approach to legal issues, and ability to find solutions during legislative challenges.

• Resolution adopted by the House on April 19, 2016 and by the Senate on April 20, 2016, offering best wishes as Strickland embarks on his well-deserved retirement.