SJR56 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Bicentennial Capitol Park, development of, supported

Summary

The bill is a Senate Joint Resolution expressing official support for developing the Alabama Bicentennial Capitol Park and asking that this support be memorialized as part of the park.

What This Bill Does

It states legislative support for the development and construction of the Alabama Bicentennial Capitol Park, to be located in front of the State Capitol along Dexter Avenue, as a permanent memorial to Alabama's bicentennial and history. It describes park features, including 16 bas relief sculptures with stories of notable figures, places, and events, plus complimentary text panels, and encourages Alabamians to recognize and celebrate the state's bicentennial. It requests that the resolution of support be memorialized as a permanent part of the park.

Who It Affects

• All Alabamians, who are encouraged to recognize and celebrate Alabama's bicentennial.
• The Alabama Bicentennial Commission and park planners, who are acknowledged as leading the development and memorialization efforts for the park.

Key Provisions

• Expresses support for the development and construction of the Alabama Bicentennial Capitol Park and its permanent memorial status.
• Details park features (16 bas relief sculptures and inscription panels) and location (in front of the State Capitol along Dexter Avenue), and requests the resolution be memorialized as part of the park.

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