HJR82 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Donnie ChesteenSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

J.C. Woodham Memorial Highway, designation

Summary

The bill designates a section of Alabama Highway 52 between Hartford and Geneva as the J. C. Woodham Memorial Highway to honor Sheriff J. C. Woodham.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, a specified portion of AL Highway 52 (from Hartford to Geneva) would be officially named the J. C. Woodham Memorial Highway. Signage would, where possible, display the Great Seal of Alabama and the words 'Sheriff J. C. Woodham Memorial Highway.' The designation would not change the highway's official name elsewhere or affect postal or address designations. A copy of the resolution would be given to Sheriff Woodham's immediate family.

Who It Affects

• Residents and travelers along the portion of AL Highway 52 from Hartford to Geneva, who may see the memorial highway designation on signage.
• The immediate family of Sheriff J. C. Woodham, who would receive a copy of the resolution honoring him.

Key Provisions

• Designates the portion of Alabama Highway 52 from the city limits of Hartford to the city limits of Geneva in Geneva County as the J. C. Woodham Memorial Highway.
• Requires signage to include the Great Seal of the State of Alabama and the inscription 'Sheriff J. C. Woodham Memorial Highway' where feasible.
• Declares that the memorial designation does not alter or conflict with the current designation of Alabama Highway 52 or affect postal/address designations for that segment.
• Provides that a copy of the resolution be presented to the immediate family of Sheriff J. C. Woodham.

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, Designation