HJR30 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Johnny Mack Morrow
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: High School Athletic Association requested to consider authorizing fishing as a recognized school sport
Summary: This House Joint Resolution asks the Alabama High School Athletic Association to recognize fishing as a high school sport in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
It urges the AHSAA to consider officially recognizing sport fishing as a school sport. If recognized, it would create opportunities for students to compete in fishing at the high school level and could boost local economies and tourism through related events, with support from fishing organizations and examples from other states cited as justification.

Who It Affects
Alabama high school students who would have the opportunity to compete in sport fishing if it becomes recognized
Local communities and the state's economy that could benefit from increased tourism related to sport fishing events

Key Provisions
Requests the Alabama High School Athletic Association to consider authorizing high school sport fishing as a recognized school sport in Alabama
Provides justification for recognition, including existing participation in other states, support from fishing organizations, and potential economic/tourism benefits to local communities and the state

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Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative