HJR350 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Hill

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Gregory CanfieldJim McClendonMary Sue McClurkinApril Weaver

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

John Lee, II, and Brent Mitchell Bridge, over the Cahaba River on Interstate 65, which serves as a border between Jefferson and Shelby Counties, named

Summary

HJR350 designates the Cahaba River bridge on I-65 between Jefferson and Shelby Counties as 'The John Lee, II, and Brent Mitchell Bridge' and requires signage to honor them.

What This Bill Does

The bill officially names the bridge over the Cahaba River on I-65 as 'The John Lee, II, and Brent Mitchell Bridge.' It memorializes John Lee II and Brent Mitchell for their heroic acts on the bridge. It requires the appropriate officials to place and maintain markers identifying the bridge by this name.

Who It Affects

• Travelers and commuters who use the I-65 bridge between Jefferson and Shelby Counties, who will see and recognize the designated name on markers.
• State and local transportation or public works officials responsible for erecting, updating, and maintaining bridge signage and markers.

Key Provisions

• Designation of the Cahaba River bridge on Interstate 65, between Jefferson and Shelby Counties, as 'The John Lee, II, and Brent Mitchell Bridge.'
• Requirement that proper officials place and maintain markers designating the bridge with the designated name.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Designation