SJR71 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jimmy Holley
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Drowsy Driver Awareness Day, November 19, named
Summary: SJR71 designates November 19 as Drowsy Driver Awareness Day in Alabama and directs state programs to raise public awareness about drowsy driving.
What This Bill Does
The resolution designates a yearly awareness day. It memorializes Wendall G. Williams and others affected by fatigued driving. It directs the Victims of Crime and Leniency (VOCAL) program and the Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor Program to coordinate efforts to increase public awareness, and it calls for education on the dangers and prevention of drowsy-driving crashes during observance.

Who It Affects
Alabama residents and drivers who would participate in or be exposed to awareness activities on November 19 each year.
VOCAL and the Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor Program, which would coordinate awareness efforts with other groups.

Key Provisions
Designates November 19 each year as Drowsy Driver Awareness Day in Alabama.
Memorializes Wendall G. Williams and emphasizes the goal of preventing fatigue-related crashes.
VOCs and the Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor Program are tasked with coordinating efforts to increase public awareness of drowsy driving.
On the observance day, the public should be educated about the dangers of drowsy driving and how to prevent related crashes.

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