HJR356 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thad McClammy

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Montgomery County, watershed management authority established for Catoma Creek

Summary

A resolution urging the creation of the Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority to develop Catoma Creek under Alabama's watershed management framework.

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the bill would urge the Watershed Management Authority (under Chapter 10A, Title 9) to establish a Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority to develop Catoma Creek. It also references the purpose of watershed management authorities to protect and manage watersheds and to carry out plans related to water conservation, flood prevention and control, water pollution control, wildlife habitat protection, erosion prevention, and reducing flood-water and sediment damage.

Who It Affects

• Residents and property owners in Montgomery County, who could be affected by changes in water management, flood control, and water quality planning for Catoma Creek.
• The Watershed Management Authority and local government entities in Montgomery County, which would be tasked with establishing the Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority and developing plans for Catoma Creek.

Key Provisions

• Urges the Watershed Management Authority to establish the Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority for the development of Catoma Creek in Montgomery County.
• Cites Act 91-602 (1991) and describes the broad purposes of watershed management authorities, including protection and management of watersheds, water conservation, flood prevention and control, water pollution control, wildlife habitat protection, erosion prevention, and control of flood-water and sediment damages.

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