HJR5 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bill LambRepresentative

Republican

Session

Second Special Session 2023

Title

COMMENDING GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF ALABAMA ON ITS 175 YEARS OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE STATE OF ALABAMA.

Summary

HJR5 is a joint resolution that formally commends the Geological Survey of Alabama for 175 years of outstanding service to the state.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution would express the Legislature's highest commendation to the Geological Survey of Alabama, including its officers and staff. It acknowledges the agency's long history and its role in providing accurate information about Alabama's mineral, water, energy, and biological resources, which supports land use decisions, protection of ecosystems, and resilience to hazards. It also wishes the agency continued success in its work.

Who It Affects

• Geological Survey of Alabama and its officers and staff, who receive formal commendation and recognition.
• Alabama residents, policymakers, and stakeholders who rely on the agency's reports and maps for resource management, land use decisions, environmental protection, and hazard mitigation.

Key Provisions

• The Legislature extends its highest commendation to the Geological Survey of Alabama, its officers, and staff.
• The resolution recognizes the agency's role in providing important information about Alabama's minerals, water, energy, and biological resources and its value to the state's prosperity, economy, and future.
• The resolution offers sincere best wishes for continued success and notes that a copy of the resolution will be provided to the Geological Survey of Alabama.

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

Subjects

Geological Survey of Alabama, Commended