HR254 Summary

• Commends Sheffield Police Sergeant James Nicholas "Nick" Risner as the 2022 Alabama Legislative Medal of Honor recipient for law enforcement.
• Sergeant Risner died in the line of duty on October 2, 2021, at age 40 after being shot while responding to a report of a victim in the roadway and pursuing a suspect.
• Risner served with the Sheffield Police Department since 2012, initially as a K-9 Officer, and was previously a United States Army Reserve member for eight years.
• Risner was married to Brandy for 15 years and had one daughter, Aili; he made an organ donation after his death.
• The House of Representatives recognizes Risner's exemplary service and dedication to protecting citizens as deserving of Alabama's highest law enforcement award for extraordinary courage.