HJR7 Summary

• House Joint Resolution recognizing and honoring Alabama military veterans for their service and sacrifices.

• Acknowledges veterans who served and currently serve in all branches of the armed forces, National Guard, and reserve forces.

• Recognizes the personal costs of military service including dangers of combat, separation from family, and willingness to sacrifice personal comfort and future.

• Commits the state to providing tangible support to veterans and their families and honoring those with highest military awards, deceased veterans, and aging veterans.

• Adopted by the House on 09-JAN-18 and by the Senate on 11-JAN-18.