HJR31 Summary

• Expresses opposition to 23 U.S.C. § 159, which requires states to enact legislation mandating driver's license revocation or suspension for at least six months upon conviction of any drug-related offense.

• Notes that the federal law withholds 8 percent of certain federal aid from states that fail to comply with this requirement.

• Declares the Legislature's opposition to federal mandates dictating state driver's license policy and states Alabama's intent to enforce its own law, which does not suspend or revoke licenses for drug-related convictions that did not involve a motor vehicle.

• Strongly urges the Governor to submit written certification to the United States Secretary of Transportation opposing enforcement of 23 U.S.C. § 159.

• Directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to the Governor and submitted to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation.