SJR72 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Garlan GudgerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

URGING THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PRIORITIZE THE WIDENING OF INTERSTATE 65.

Summary

A signed Senate joint resolution urges the Alabama Department of Transportation to study and prioritize widening Interstate 65 to add capacity across all sections.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution directs the Alabama Department of Transportation to study widening options and to prioritize capacity improvements for Interstate 65. It states a long-term goal of having an appropriate number of lanes in each direction on all sections of I-65. The resolution is non-binding and does not by itself fund or require construction; it expresses the Legislature's position and guidance for planning.

Who It Affects

• Alabama Department of Transportation - tasked with studying and prioritizing improvements and capacity expansion on Interstate 65
• Drivers and travelers on Interstate 65 (commuters, tourists, and those traveling to and from Alabama's Gulf Coast and major cities) - could experience reduced congestion and better travel reliability if widening proceeds

Key Provisions

• Urges the Alabama Department of Transportation to study improvements and increase capacity for Interstate 65
• Sets the long-term goal of having an appropriate number of lanes in each direction on all sections of Interstate 65

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

Subjects

Urging the Alabama Department of Transportation to Prioritize Widening of Interstate 65