SJR50 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: William “Bill” M. BeasleySenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Danny Corbett Highway, portion of United States Highway 80 between Woodland Drive and West Drive in Russell County, named
Summary: Designates a section of US Highway 80 in Russell County as the Senator Danny Corbett Memorial Highway.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the specified stretch of US-80 between Woodland Drive and West Side Drive in Russell County would be officially named the Senator Danny Corbett Memorial Highway. The resolution asks appropriate officials to place and maintain signs recognizing the designation. It honors Danny Corbett for his service as a state senator and for his contributions to funding volunteer fire departments and to widening the road for safer travel.

Who It Affects
Drivers and residents along the US-80 segment between Woodland Drive and West Side Drive in Russell County will see the memorial designation on signage.
State and local officials (such as the Alabama Department of Transportation and Russell County authorities) responsible for placing and maintaining the signs or markers.

Key Provisions
Designates the portion of United States Highway 80 between Woodland Drive and West Side Drive in Russell County as the Senator Danny Corbett Memorial Highway.
Directs appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers reflecting the designation.
Recognizes Danny Corbett's service and contributions, including his work on road safety improvements and support for volunteer fire departments.

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