HJR3 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Mike Jones
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2021
Title: Sgt. Rodney J. Evans, State Highway 55 South in Covington County, renamed in honor of
Summary: A portion of State Highway 55 South in Covington County is renamed the Medal of Honor Recipient Sergeant Rodney J. Evans Memorial Highway, with new signs funded by non-state sources.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the designation would rename the specified stretch of Highway 55 South from Andalusia to Florala in honor of Sgt. Rodney J. Evans. The Department of Transportation would be asked to erect and maintain signs and markers, and to determine the cost of fabrication. Signs would be installed once funds from non-state sources cover the cost.

Who It Affects
Residents and travelers in Covington County who will see the memorial highway designation and related signs
Alabama Department of Transportation, which would plan, place, and maintain the signs and markers
Donors or other non-state sources that provide funds to pay for the signs

Key Provisions
Designate a portion of Alabama State Highway 55 South (from Andalusia to Florala) as the Medal of Honor Recipient Sergeant Rodney J. Evans Memorial Highway
Direct the Department of Transportation to erect and maintain signs and markers recognizing this designation
Have the Department of Transportation determine the cost of fabricating and erecting the signs and markers
Authorize erection of signs and markers once funds from non-state sources cover the cost

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Designation