The resolution extends commendations to Miss Samantha Kate "Sam" Hennings for her selection as Miss Leeds Area 2025 and her dedicated efforts in supporting and educating Veterans in Alabama. In 2024, she launched a community service initiative called Willing Hearts Devoted to Heroes, through which she has participated in over 50 events honoring Veterans, including performances of the National Anthem and commemorative services. Notably, she organized a benefit concert that raised $700 for a local program assisting Veterans with PTSD and plans to host a festival to celebrate servicemen and women in the Leeds community.

Miss Hennings, a Springville native, is set to begin her first year of law school at Regent University, focusing on International Law and National Security, with aspirations to work for the U.S. Department of Defense after furthering her education in international law. Currently, she serves as a legal assistant in the Veteran Affairs department of Friedman Law Firm, where she has helped Veterans secure over $100,000 in back benefits this year. Her advocacy is deeply influenced by her family's military background, particularly her father and grandfather, which has fueled her passion for supporting Veterans through her initiative and community service. The resolution expresses admiration for her accomplishments and wishes her success in her future endeavors.