SJR144 Alabama 2010 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Lowell Barron
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2010
Title: Alabama Parkway, portion of Alabama Highway 35 between 8th Street Northeast in Fort Payne and the city limit of Fort Payne, named
Summary: A section of Alabama Highway 35 in Fort Payne is designated the Alabama Parkway to honor the group Alabama, with required signage.
What This Bill Does
It designates the portion of Alabama Highway 35 between 8th Street Northeast and the Fort Payne city limit as the Alabama Parkway. It requires officials to place and maintain markers bearing the band's logo and the designation. It provides a ceremonial honor for the band and Fort Payne and does not appear to change the road's legal name or management beyond signage.

Who It Affects
Residents and travelers using the Fort Payne segment of Alabama Highway 35, who will encounter the new name on signs (ceremonial designation) and signage.
The band Alabama and the Fort Payne community, who are being honored and may see increased local recognition and potential tourism or civic pride from the designation.

Key Provisions
The section of Alabama Highway 35 between 8th Street Northeast in Fort Payne and the Fort Payne city limit is designated the Alabama Parkway.
Officials are to place and maintain markers bearing the band's official logo and designate the Alabama Parkway as set out in the resolution.
A copy of the resolution is to be provided as a memento of the honorary designation.

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, Designation