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SJR19 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Jan 14, 2026

Summary

Session
First Special Session 2016
Title
Veterans Memorial Bridge, the Eastside Bridge on Alabama State Highway 35 in Jackson County, named
Summary

SJR19 names the Eastside Bridge on Alabama Highway 35 in Jackson County the Veterans Memorial Bridge.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it designates the Eastside Bridge on Highway 35 in Jackson County as the Veterans Memorial Bridge. It requires appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers reflecting this name. This is a ceremonial designation and does not introduce new laws beyond the naming and signage requirement.

Who It Affects
  • Residents and travelers in Jackson County who use the Eastside Bridge, who will see the new name on signage.
  • Public officials responsible for signage and maintenance (state and local transportation agencies) who must install and maintain the signs.
Key Provisions
  • Name the Eastside Bridge on Alabama State Highway 35 in Jackson County the Veterans Memorial Bridge.
  • Directs appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers reflecting this name.
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

Bill Actions

S

Assigned Act No. 2016-461.

H

Signature Requested

S

Enrolled

S

Passed Second House

H

Johnson (R) motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

H

Reported from Rules

H

Received in House of Representatives and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

S

Waggoner motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

S

Reported from Rules

S

Introduced and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature