HJR247 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Prince ChestnutRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Highway, portion of Alabama Highway 8, named

Summary

A portion of Alabama Highway 8 (U.S. Highway 80) is designated as the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Highway.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill designates a specific segment of AL Highway 8—from mile 85.191 to 120.591—by name. It also requires state and local officials to place and maintain signs acknowledging the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Highway along that route. This is a ceremonial naming and does not specify new laws beyond signage.

Who It Affects

• General public and travelers on the designated highway, who will see the sign naming the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Highway
• Alabama Department of Transportation and other relevant officials responsible for installing and maintaining highway signs along the segment

Key Provisions

• Designates the portion of Alabama Highway 8 (U.S. Highway 80) from mile 85.191 to mile 120.591 as the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Highway
• Requires appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers recognizing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights 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, Designation