Donnie Jeffrey, death mourned

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 46) passed by the Alabama House of Representatives to mourn the death of Dr. Donnie Jeffrey, a Troy University educator and U.S. Army veteran who died on January 28, 2025. The resolution honors his 46-year career at Troy University, his military service (22 years including Desert Shield/Storm), and his family life, while expressing condolences to his wife, children, and extended family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any group - its sole purpose is to formally record the House’s collective grief and tribute to his life. The resolution was introduced and first read on February 11, 2025.