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AL SJR46

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

2/8/2018

Primary Sponsor

Robert Ward

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2018

AI Summary

  • Designates the bridge over Mahan Creek on Highway 139 in Brierfield, Alabama as the Mike "Doc" Mahan Bridge.
  • Dr. Mike Mahan is the last direct descendant of the Mahan family in the area; his family homesteaded the property in 1816 and sold a portion to the state for the bridge.
  • Dr. Mahan graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry and operated Mahan Creek Dental Office in Brierfield from 1966 through 2016, serving as adjunct faculty at the University of Montevallo and University of Alabama School of Dentistry.
  • Dr. Mahan has been active in professional, religious, civic, fire department, music, and historical organizations throughout his lifetime and received multiple awards for his service.
  • Requests appropriate officials to place and maintain signs or markers on the bridge as recognition of Dr. Mahan's contributions and service to the State of Alabama.

Legislative Description

Mike "Doc" Mahan Bridge, on Highway 139 in Brierfield, named

Resolutions, Designation

Last Action

Assigned Act No. 2018-97.

2/8/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules2/1/2018

Full Bill Text

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