HR139 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jamie KielRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Shoemaker, Billy, death mourned

Summary

HR139 is a ceremonial House resolution that mourns the death and honors the life of Billy Shoemaker, former mayor of Tuscumbia, and names part of Highway 72 in his honor.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution would officially record Billy Shoemaker's death with deep sadness and offer sympathy to his family. It highlights his education, long service with the Alabama Department of Transportation, leadership as a three-term mayor, and community contributions. It also designates a segment of Highway 72 in Tuscumbia as The Billy Shoemaker Highway.

Who It Affects

• Billy Shoemaker's family and friends, who receive official tribute and sympathy.
• Residents and travelers in Tuscumbia and the Alabama DOT, who will see and use the named highway segment in his honor.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved that the death of Mayor Billy Shoemaker is recorded with deep sadness, offered in tribute to his life and with heartfelt sympathy to his family.
• A portion of Highway 72 in Tuscumbia (from MP 21.4 to MP 28) is named The Billy Shoemaker Highway.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Condolence