HJR97 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Jeff SorrellsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Joe R. Carothers Highway, named

Summary

The bill designates a section of Alabama State Route 52 in Houston County as the Joe R. Carothers Highway and calls for signage to honor Joe R. Carothers.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it designates the portion of SR 52 between the Taylor City city limit sign and SR 605 in Houston County as the Joe R. Carothers Highway. It acknowledges Carothers' service as a former state representative and community leader and directs the Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to place appropriate signs or markers honoring the designation, consistent with applicable laws.

Who It Affects

• Residents and travelers in Houston County who use the designated segment of SR 52 and may see the highway named after Joe R. Carothers.
• The Alabama Department of Transportation and Houston County/local officials who would coordinate naming and install signage in accordance with the law.

Key Provisions

• Designates the portion of Alabama State Route 52 between the Taylor City city limit sign and Alabama State Route 605 in Houston County as the Joe R. Carothers Highway.
• Encourages the Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to consider the naming and to erect appropriate signs or markers consistent with applicable requirements and laws to recognize the designation.
• Recognizes Joe R. Carothers' contributions and public service to Alabama and the Wiregrass region.

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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