HJR201 Summary

• Recognizes the 100th Anniversary of Birmingham Fire Fighters Association Local 117, which was established shortly after the International Association of Fire Fighters formed in February 1918.

• Acknowledges over 100 years of service protecting Birmingham citizens and improving working conditions, health, and safety for firefighter members.

• Credits Local 117 with enhancing the Birmingham Fire Department's reputation as one of the best in Alabama and advancing firefighter welfare legislation across the state.

• Thanks Local 117 members for their sacrifice and dedication to making Birmingham citizens safer.

• Adopted by the House on May 14, 2019 and the Senate on May 15, 2019.