SJR116 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Corrections Dept., Decatur Community Based Facility and Community Work Center, name change requested

Summary

SJR116 asks the Department of Corrections to rename the Decatur Community Based Facility and Community Work Center to the North Alabama Community Based Facility and Community Work Center.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the Department of Corrections would be asked to change the facility's name and update signage accordingly. The resolution also requires that a copy of the request be sent to the Department for consideration, and directs that signs be placed to designate the new name.

Who It Affects

• Department of Corrections would implement the name change and update facility signage.
• Communities and partners in north Alabama (including Morgan, Limestone, and Madison Counties) served by the facility would operate under the new name and see new signage reflecting it.

Key Provisions

• Requests the Department of Corrections to rename the Decatur Community Based Facility and Community Work Center to the North Alabama Community Based Facility and Community Work Center.
• Provides that a copy of the resolution be given to the Department of Corrections for their consideration.
• Directs appropriate officials to place signs designating the North Alabama Community Based Facility and Community Work Center.

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