SJR67 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Rodger SmithermanSenator
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: A Alabama Senate resolution asking Congress to designate the Birmingham Civil Rights District as a National Historic Park in the National Park System.
What This Bill Does
The resolution highlights the district's historic sites and events and urges Congress to pass legislation to make it a National Historic Park. It notes that establishing the park would require collaboration among federal, state, and local entities and community groups. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Alabama’s congressional delegation to share support for the action.

Who It Affects
Residents and visitors of Birmingham and Alabama, who could benefit from recognition, preservation, education, and potential tourism associated with the district.
The Alabama congressional delegation and federal agencies involved in the National Park designation, who would be asked to act and coordinate on establishing the district as a National Historic Park.

Key Provisions
Urges Congress to enact legislation to establish the Birmingham Civil Rights District as a National Historic Park as part of the National Park System.
Acknowledges the district includes notable sites such as 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.
Requires collaboration among federal and municipal entities and community organizations to establish the district as a National Historic Park.
Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Alabama’s congressional delegation for distribution to members of Congress.

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