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AL HJR326

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ben Robbins

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the necessity of building a four-lane north-south transportation route in East Alabama connecting the region to the Port of Mobile
  • Addresses the lack of north-south highway infrastructure in East Alabama, where existing Interstates 59, 20, and 85 run only east-west
  • Cites the economic needs of manufacturing industries in Talladega, Calhoun, and Etowah Counties as a primary driver for the route
  • Identifies additional benefits including increased gulf coast tourism, congestion relief on I-65, and improved connectivity among East Alabama communities
  • Adopted as a joint resolution by the House on April 8, 2026, and by the Senate on April 9, 2026

Legislative Description

Recognizing the need for a north-south transportation route in East Alabama

Resolutions

Last Action

Enacted

4/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules4/8/2026
Rules4/2/2026

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