Pastor Derek Smith, commended

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 247) commending Pastor Derek L. Smith for his decades of ministry service across New York, Florida, and Alabama. It formally recognizes his work as pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Prattville, Alabama, and his history of leadership at multiple churches. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding provisions, or legal requirements - it is purely a symbolic expression of appreciation from the Alabama House of Representatives. It directly affects only Pastor Smith as a recipient of the House's commendation.