SJR8 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Rural areas, Congressional delegation urged to support federal initiatives advancing Internet access
Summary: SJR8 is a nonbinding resolution urging Alabama's federal lawmakers to support federal broadband programs and to make Alabama a pilot state for rural Internet expansion.
What This Bill Does
It acknowledges that many rural Americans in Alabama lack broadband and notes federal efforts to build out infrastructure. It asks the Alabama congressional delegation to support federal programs that enhance rural Internet access and to actively promote Alabama as a pilot state in federal broadband expansion programs. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to every member of Alabama's congressional delegation.

Who It Affects
Rural residents of Alabama, who would gain broader Internet access if federal programs are implemented and funded.
Members of Alabama's congressional delegation, who are urged to support and advocate for these federal programs and for Alabama as a pilot state.

Key Provisions
Urge the Alabama congressional delegation to support federal programs that enhance rural broadband development in Alabama.
Urge the delegation to actively advance Alabama as a pilot state in federal broadband expansion programs.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to each member of Alabama's congressional delegation.

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