HJR344 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mark Tuggle

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Harold Banks Canoe Trail, formerly known as the Tallapoosa County Canoe Trail, renamed

Summary

The bill renames the Tallapoosa County Canoe Trail to the Harold Banks Canoe Trail and directs officials to place signage.

What This Bill Does

It designates the 25-mile stretch of the Tallapoosa River in Tallapoosa and Chambers Counties as the Harold Banks Canoe Trail, replacing the former name. It recognizes Harold Banks for his contributions to the trail and Tallapoosa River history. It asks appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers identifying the new trail name.

Who It Affects

• Residents and visitors who use or learn about the Tallapoosa River canoe trail in Tallapoosa and Chambers Counties (will see the new name).
• Harold Banks and his family, in recognition of his contributions.
• Local government officials and agencies responsible for naming and maintaining trail signage.

Key Provisions

• Renames the 25-mile stretch of the Tallapoosa River located in Tallapoosa and Chambers Counties from the Tallapoosa County Canoe Trail to the Harold Banks Canoe Trail.
• Requests appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers designating the trail.
• Includes a statement of recognition for Harold Banks' past work on developing and promoting the trail and related river activities.

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, Designation