HJR186 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Merika ColemanSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Birmingham Civil Rights District, urging Congress to establish as a National Historic Park as part of the National Park System

Summary

This Alabama House resolution urges Congress to designate the Birmingham Civil Rights District as a National Historic Park within the National Park System.

What This Bill Does

It formally expresses support for federal action to establish the district as a National Historic Park. It notes the district's historic sites and events and says preservation and interpretation will require collaboration among federal, state, and local groups. If Congress acts, the district would become part of the National Park System.

Who It Affects

• Local Birmingham residents and district stakeholders (churches, civil rights organizations, and related institutions) who would participate in and be affected by the designation and related preservation and educational efforts.
• The federal government (Congress and the National Park Service), which would be responsible for enacting the designation and managing the National Historic Park if established.

Key Provisions

• Urges Congress to enact legislation establishing the Birmingham Civil Rights District as a National Historic Park within the National Park System.
• Recognizes the district includes the A.G. Gaston Motel, Kelly Ingram Park, 16th Street Baptist Church, Bethel Baptist Church, the 4th Avenue Historic District, and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, highlighting their roles in the Civil Rights Movement.
• States that preservation, interpretation, and ongoing management will require collaboration among federal and municipal entities and community organizations.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to members of the Alabama 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