HJR57 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Parker MooreRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

SUPPORTING THE REPAIR AND CONTINUED MAINTENANCE OF WILSON LOCK AND DAM ON THE TENNESSEE RIVER.

Summary

This signed Alabama House Joint Resolution expresses official support for repairing and maintaining Wilson Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes the dam as crucial to agriculture, industry, recreation, and commerce in Alabama and states that the current condition is unacceptable. It commits the Legislature to support efforts to remedy the issue in whatever ways the state considers appropriate. It reinforces backing for the industries and communities that rely on the dam for transportation and economic activity.

Who It Affects

• Industries and businesses along the Tennessee River in Alabama that rely on the lock and dam for transporting goods and sustaining operations.
• Alabama residents and river communities that benefit from river commerce, recreation, and economic activity tied to the dam.

Key Provisions

• Expresses support for repairing and continuing maintenance of Wilson Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River.
• Declares the current condition unacceptable and pledges state support, by appropriate means, to remedy the issue and aid the industries dependent on the dam.

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

Subjects

To express support for the repair of Wilson Lock and Dam