SJR64 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tammy Irons
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Vivian Davis Figures George M. “Marc” Keahey Bobby D. Singleton Priscilla Dunn Linda Coleman-Madison Roger Bedford, Jr.Quinton Ross Hank Sanders William “Bill” M. Beasley Jerry L. Fielding
Session: Regular Session 2011
Title: British Petroleum urged to expedite the payment of claims submitted by Alabama citizens
Summary: A nonbinding Senate resolution asks British Petroleum to hurry up paying claims made by Alabama citizens affected by the Deepwater Horizon disaster.
What This Bill Does
It urges British Petroleum to expedite the payment of claims submitted by Alabama citizens. As a resolution, it does not create a legal requirement, but it signals the legislature's stance and concern. It directs that copies be sent to BP's top executives and to Alabama's congressional delegation and state leaders.

Who It Affects
Alabama citizens who submitted claims for losses related to the Deepwater Horizon disaster and are awaiting payment.
British Petroleum (BP), the company being urged to expedite claim payments.

Key Provisions
Urges British Petroleum to expedite payment of claims submitted by Alabama citizens.
Directs that copies of the resolution be forwarded to BP's Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, and to Alabama's Congressional Delegation, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House.

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