SJR67 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

George M. “Marc” KeaheyBobby D. SingletonPriscilla DunnLinda Coleman-MadisonRoger Bedford, Jr.Quinton RossHank SandersWilliam “Bill” M. BeasleyVivian Davis Figures

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Governor and Attorney General to urge British Petroleum to expedite the payment of claims submitted by Alabama citizens and to compensate counties and municipalities for loss of tax revenue from Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 67 urges Alabama's Governor and Attorney General to press British Petroleum to speed up claim payments to Alabama citizens and to compensate state and local governments for tax revenue losses from the Deepwater Horizon spill.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it does not create new laws but formally asks state leaders to use all their powers to force BP to expedite payments to Alabama residents. It also requests BP to compensate the state and local governments for tax revenue losses caused by the spill. The resolution signals legislative support for taking action against BP.

Who It Affects

• Alabama citizens who submitted claims and would benefit from faster claim payments.
• The state and local governments of Alabama, which would seek compensation for tax revenue losses due to the spill.

Key Provisions

• Urges the Governor and Attorney General to use all of their powers to force BP to expedite the payment of claims submitted by Alabama citizens.
• Urges the Governor and Attorney General to compensate the state and local governments for the loss of tax revenue due to the Deepwater Horizon explosion and oil leak.

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