Whereas, on December 5th, 1935, the State of Alabama established the first statewide law enforcement agency, the Alabama Highway Patrol, focused on enforcing motor vehicle laws and investigating traffic issues on rural roads;

Whereas, in March 1939, Alabama incorporated the Alabama Highway Patrol into the new Alabama Department of Public Safety (in this preamble referred to as the Alabama DPS), which expanded its scope beyond highway enforcement;

Whereas, in 1953, the Alabama Police Academy opened, which created a boost in patrol officer training for the Alabama Highway Patrol;

Whereas, in 1963, the name patrol officer was changed to State trooper;

Whereas later developments at the Alabama DPS included a new training facility, which was created in partnership with the Department of Postsecondary Education so that individuals could earn college credit while training to become State troopers;

Whereas, for 90 years, the Alabama Highway Patrol has served Alabama with distinction, fulfilling its motto of Country, Service, Protection;

Whereas the Alabama Highway Patrol has consistently adapted to meet the evolving needs of the State of Alabama; and

Whereas the 90th Anniversary is a fitting moment to express gratitude for the tireless efforts of every State trooper, both past and present, who has contributed to the safety and well-being of the State of Alabama: Now, therefore, be it