HR390 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan BakerRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

American Tree Farm System, 75th anniversary, commended

Summary

The Alabama House recognizes the American Tree Farm System on its 75th anniversary and designates a day for observance.

What This Bill Does

The bill commends the American Tree Farm System for helping sustain Alabama's forestland and highlighting benefits like clean water, air, renewable wood, and jobs. It acknowledges Alabama tree farmers and supporting groups, notes the involvement of volunteers and forestry organizations, and urges observance of June 12, 2016 with ceremonies and activities to emphasize sustainable forest management.

Who It Affects

• Alabama woodland owners and families (more than 2,700 owners totaling over 2.4 million acres) who are recognized as stewards of forests
• All Alabamians who benefit from forests (water, air, wood products, recreation, wildlife, jobs)
• Volunteer groups, woodland associations, conservation organizations, forest products companies, university extensions, and the Alabama Forestry Commission involved in sustaining forests

Key Provisions

• Recognition of the American Tree Farm System on its 75th anniversary
• Statement that Alabama has many tree farmers who care for the land and contribute to sustainable forest management
• Designation of June 12, 2016 as the 75th Anniversary of the American Tree Farm System and urging observance
• Call for Alabamians to observe the day with ceremonies and activities highlighting the program's importance and the benefits of forests

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, Congratulatory