HJR119 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tim WadsworthRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Arley - Smith Lake Parkway, named

Summary

HJR119 designates a portion of Alabama State Route 257 in Winston County as the Arley-Smith Lake Parkway and directs the Department of Transportation to place signs recognizing the designation.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it names the stretch of Route 257 from the Walker County border north to the end of the route as the Arley-Smith Lake Parkway. It also directs the Alabama Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to install appropriate signs or markers for this designation, in compliance with laws. The change emphasizes the area’s tourism role around Arley and Smith Lake and provides formal signage to reflect that branding.

Who It Affects

• Residents and businesses in Arley and Winston County, who may see improved visibility and branding tied to the Arley-Smith Lake Parkway and related tourism.
• The Alabama Department of Transportation, which would coordinate with local officials and install the designated signage.
• Visitors and tourists to Smith Lake, who may be guided by the new signs and branding of the Parkway.

Key Provisions

• Designates the portion of Alabama State Route 257 from the Walker/Winston County border north to the end of Route 257 as the Arley-Smith Lake Parkway.
• Encourages the Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to erect appropriate signs or markers recognizing the designation, in compliance with applicable laws.

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

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