HJR126 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Ronald Grantland
Democrat
Co-Sponsor: Jody Letson
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Owens, James Cleveland "Jesse," commended; Jesse Owens Parkway, portion of Highway 36 in Morgan County from the intersection of Highway 36 with Interstate 65 to the Lawrence County line, named
Summary: This resolution designates a segment of Highway 36 in Morgan County as 'The Jesse Owens Parkway' to honor Jesse Owens.
What This Bill Does
It designates the portion of Highway 36 in Morgan County from the intersection with Interstate 65 to the Lawrence County line as 'The Jesse Owens Parkway.' It honors Jesse Owens, an Alabama native and Olympic gold medalist. It directs officials to erect and maintain signs recognizing the designation and to send a copy of the resolution to Owens' family as a keepsake.

Who It Affects
Local drivers and residents along the designated portion of Highway 36 in Morgan County will see the new road name on signs.
Jesse Owens' family and Alabama transportation officials will be involved: the family will receive a copy of the resolution, and officials will erect and maintain the signs.

Key Provisions
Designates the portion of Highway 36 in Morgan County from the intersection with Interstate 65 to the Lawrence County line as 'The Jesse Owens Parkway.'
Requires proper officials to erect and maintain signs indicating this designation.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Jesse Owens's family.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Congratulatory