HR347 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randy WoodRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Wounded Warriors, recognized; free access to state parks and recreational areas requested

Summary

A House resolution recognizing wounded warriors and asking the state to waive fees and give free access to state parks, recreational areas, and hunting/fishing for wounded warriors (including some out-of-state veterans).

What This Bill Does

It recognizes and honors wounded warriors. It requests that state agencies waive certain recreational fees for wounded warriors and provide full free access to all state parks and recreational areas. It also extends free hunting and fishing access to out-of-state wounded warriors who are sponsored by a not-for-profit veterans organization or a military organization, and urges implementation of these access policies by state officials.

Who It Affects

• Wounded warriors (Alabama residents and those sponsored by organizations) who would receive free access to state parks, recreational areas, and hunting/fishing opportunities.
• State agencies and departments (such as parks/recreation offices) and sponsoring veterans/military organizations, which would be urged to waive fees and provide free access.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes all American and Alabama wounded warriors.
• Urges state agencies to provide free access to state recreational areas, parks, and hunting/fishing resources for wounded warriors.
• Requests waivers of certain recreational fees for wounded warriors and ensures full free access to state parks and recreational areas.
• Extends eligibility to out-of-state wounded warriors sponsored by a not-for-profit veterans organization or military organization to hunt and fish within Alabama with full free access.

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, Legislative