HJR212 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ron Johnson

Republican

Co-Sponsor

Steve Hurst

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Hunting, turkey season, Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources urged to restore fall season

Summary

The Alabama Legislature urges the Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources to restore the fall turkey hunting season in all counties.

What This Bill Does

This is a non-binding resolution. It requests and expresses support for bringing back the historical fall turkey season in every county, arguing there is no biological reason to eliminate it and noting potential economic and cultural benefits. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the Commissioner and to the chair of the Conservation Advisory Board.

Who It Affects

• Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – urged to restore the fall turkey season in all counties.
• Turkey hunters in Alabama (especially in rural counties with historical fall seasons) – could gain hunting opportunities and potential economic benefits if the season is restored.

Key Provisions

• Urges the Commissioner of Conservation and Natural Resources to restore the historical fall turkey season in all counties of Alabama.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be forwarded to the Commissioner and to the chair of the Conservation Advisory Board.
• States that both houses of the Legislature concur in urging the restoration.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative