House Resolution No. [insert number] commends Deputy Gregory Aydell of the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office for being awarded the 2025 Deputy Valor Award by the Louisiana Sheriffs' Association. This prestigious award recognizes deputies who demonstrate exceptional bravery and service beyond the call of duty. Deputy Aydell's remarkable actions, which included saving three lives during multiple life-threatening situations in 2024, exemplify the qualities the award seeks to honor. His background includes a distinguished military career in the United States Army, where he served in various roles and received numerous accolades, including the Purple Heart and Army Commendation Medal.

After his medical retirement from the Army, Deputy Aydell returned to Livingston Parish, pursued a degree in chemical process technology, and began his law enforcement career in 2019. Since joining the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, he has been proactive in saving lives and combating crime, earning multiple awards for his service. The resolution expresses the Louisiana House of Representatives' deep appreciation for Deputy Aydell's dedication to his community and his country, recognizing him as an inspiring figure who selflessly serves others.