SJR52 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

One-Call Notification System Study Commission, created

Summary

The bill creates the Alabama One-Call Notification System Study Commission to review and recommend improvements to the state's underground utility notification system and its laws.

What This Bill Does

It establishes a study commission to evaluate whether Alabama should use a single statewide One-Call system, assess how well current enforcement works, and consider other safety-related improvements. The commission includes representatives from utilities, regulators, state and local government, and other stakeholders. It must submit written recommendations to the Legislature and Governor by December 31, 2015 so legislation can be prepared for the 2016 session.

Who It Affects

• Utilities, utility operators, and other entities that manage underground facilities, who may be affected by potential changes to participation or enforcement requirements after the study.
• State and local government agencies, regulators, and related organizations (e.g., Public Service Commission, DOT, counties, municipalities, 911, law enforcement, and industry associations) who will participate in the study and may implement any resulting recommendations.

Key Provisions

• Creates the Alabama One-Call Notification System Study Commission to study and recommend changes to the One-Call system and related law.
• Specifies the commission's objectives, including whether to require a single statewide One-Call system and the adequacy of current enforcement provisions.
• Lists the diverse groups that must appoint members to the commission (utilities, regulators, government agencies, associations, and others) and how appointments are made.
• Chair of the commission is appointed by the President of the Public Service Commission from its members; meetings may be held via teleconference and rules will govern operations; members serve without pay.
• Requires the commission to provide written recommendations to the Legislature and Governor and to address the statewide system and enforcement questions; final report due by December 31, 2015 for potential 2016 legislation.
• The commission is organized immediately upon passage and remains in force until modified or rescinded by the Legislature.

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