HJR26 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David FaulknerRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2023 AS ALABAMA NATIVE PLANT MONTH.

Summary

The bill designates April 2023 as Alabama Native Plant Month and asks residents to promote native plants, remove invasive species, and educate others about their benefits.

What This Bill Does

If passed, it officially designates April 2023 as Alabama Native Plant Month. It encourages public awareness and participation in native-plant activities, such as removing non-native invasive plants and planting native trees, shrubs, and flowers, and educating the public about the benefits of native plants.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents and property owners who would be encouraged to observe the month and take actions to remove invasive non-native plants and plant native species.
• Educators, environmental groups, and community organizations that would be encouraged to educate citizens about the benefits of native plants.

Key Provisions

• Designates April 2023 as Alabama Native Plant Month.
• States the importance and benefits of native plants for ecosystems, wildlife, air and water quality, and soil stability.
• Encourages residents to observe the month by removing non-native invasive plants from yards and communities and by planting native trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Encourages education about the benefits of native plants among citizens.
• Notes that the resolution recognizes a month and does not create new laws or funding.

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

Subjects

Alabama Native Plant Month, Recognition