HJR222 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thad McClammy

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Transportation Department, urged to extend United States Highway 80

Summary

The bill is a resolution that urges the Alabama Department of Transportation to extend US Highway 80 to connect with US 331 and Norman Bridge Road in Montgomery, improving access and potential economic development.

What This Bill Does

It urges the Alabama Department of Transportation to extend US Highway 80 from its current intersection with I-85 in Montgomery to US 331 and Norman Bridge Road, including the necessary exit and entrance ramps. It states that this extension would improve quality of life and economic development in the area. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to key local officials so they are aware of the Legislature's position.

Who It Affects

• Residents and businesses in the Montgomery area, who could benefit from improved transportation access and economic development if the extension is built.
• The Alabama Department of Transportation and local Montgomery officials (City of Montgomery and Montgomery County Commission), who would be asked to consider and implement the extension and related bridge work.

Key Provisions

• Urges the Alabama Department of Transportation to extend US Highway 80 from its current intersection with Interstate 85 in Montgomery to US Highway 331 and Norman Bridge Road, with appropriate exit and entrance ramps.
• Calls for improvement or replacement of bridges as necessary as part of the extension.
• Requires that a copy of the resolution be provided to the Director of the Alabama Department of Transportation and the City Clerk of Montgomery for distribution to the Mayor, City Council, and Montgomery County Commission Chair.

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