SJR10 Alabama 2023 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jack W. WilliamsSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2023
Title: DESIGNATING THE BRIDGE ON ALABAMA STATE HIGHWAY ROUTE 158 THAT SPANS LOTT ROAD IN MOBILE COUNTY AS THE MELVIN E. PIERCE MEMORIAL BRIDGE.
Summary: The bill designates the bridge on Alabama State Highway Route 158 over Lott Road in Mobile County as the Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Bridge.
What This Bill Does
It designates the specified bridge as the Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Bridge. It recognizes Melvin E. Pierce as a local businessman and community volunteer from Semmes. It directs the Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to install suitable signs or markers acknowledging the designation.

Who It Affects
General public and travelers in Mobile County who will see the new bridge name and signs indicating the Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Bridge
Melvin E. Pierce's family and the Semmes community, who receive formal recognition for his service and contributions

Key Provisions
Designation of the bridge on Alabama State Highway Route 158 over Lott Road in Mobile County as the Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Bridge
Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to fabricate and erect appropriate signs or markers recognizing the designation

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Bridge, named