Transportation (Roads & Highways)

signed · Alabama · House Apr 17, 2026

HJR 326: Recognizing the need for a north-south transportation route in East Alabama

HJR 326 is a resolution that formally recognizes the need for a new north-south transportation route in eastern Alabama. The bill highlights that current east-west interstates do not provide a direct connection to the Port of Mobile for manufacturing areas in Talladega, Calhoun, and Etowah counties. It states that such a route would improve economic connectivity, support tourism, and reduce traffic congestion on existing highways. This measure does not authorize funding or construction but serves to express legislative support for future infrastructure planning.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly recognizes the need for a new transportation route to improve connectivity and reduce congestion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports Roads & Highways

in committee · Alabama · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 313: Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt commended for their encouragement for the use of the Chattahoochee River to transport of goods

This bill is a non-binding resolution that formally thanks Alabama's U.S. Senators, Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, for their efforts to secure funding for improvements to the Chattahoochee River. It also urges the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to speed up permitting and dredging processes to allow for commercial shipping on the river. The measure aims to support local businesses by expanding a waterway that could serve as a cost-effective alternative to highway transport. Because it is a commendation rather than a law that changes funding or regulations, it does not directly affect the budget or create new legal requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges speeding up permitting and dredging for commercial shipping on the Chattahoochee River, expanding a cost-effective transportation alternative.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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signed · Alabama · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SB 341: Alabama Work Zone Safety Act; pilot program to establish photographic speed enforcement system in a work zone on interstate highway, provided; civil penalties for violations, provided

This bill creates a pilot program called the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act to test automated photographic speed enforcement cameras in one designated interstate highway work zone. The system would automatically capture images and speed data of vehicles traveling more than 10 miles per hour over the posted speed limit, and the state law enforcement agency would issue civil traffic citations to vehicle owners for violations. The program is designed as a temporary pilot that ends when the work zone is completed unless the legislature extends it, and agencies must submit reports to the legislature by March 2027 to evaluate its effectiveness in improving work zone safety.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety through work zone speed enforcement, aligning with safety improvement indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

signed · Alabama · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 635: Choctaw County; ad valorem taxes, county commission authorized to increase, proceeds provided for

This bill authorizes Choctaw County commissioners to raise property taxes by up to five mills to fund road and bridge improvements. The tax increase would apply for a maximum of five years and must be approved by a majority of voters in the county at an upcoming election. The bill also allows the county to take on debt to finance specific infrastructure projects using the tax revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes property tax increase to fund road and bridge improvements, directly supporting infrastructure funding and fiscal management through voter-approved taxation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes county commissioners to raise property taxes specifically to fund road and bridge improvements, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Bridges Roads & Highways

signed · Alabama · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 611: Winston County, lodging tax authorized, fire protection fee imposed, collection and distribution provided, referendum provided

This bill would allow Winston County to collect an eight percent lodging tax on overnight stays at hotels, motels, inns, and short-term rentals, with the tax paid by guests and collected by lodging providers. The collected funds would be distributed to road and bridge improvements, the sheriff's office for law enforcement, and the county general fund for tourism development and debt repayment on the judicial building and jail. Additionally, the bill imposes a five dollar per night fire protection fee on transient accommodations, with the proceeds distributed equally among volunteer fire departments in the county. Both the lodging tax and fire protection fee would only take effect if approved by voters in a referendum held during the next state or local election.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes lodging tax to fund road improvements, law enforcement, tourism development, and debt repayment, directly advancing fiscal management and public service funding.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates funds to sheriff's office for law enforcement and judicial building/jail debt repayment, strengthening criminal justice infrastructure75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates lodging tax revenue specifically for road and bridge improvements, directly funding transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Corrections Law Enforcement Bridges Roads & Highways

passed · Alabama · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 542: Highways; Department of Transportation required to reimburse certain utilities for required facility relocation, subject to conditions

This bill requires the state Department of Transportation to reimburse certain utilities for costs associated with relocating their facilities when public highway projects require it. The reimbursement applies specifically to utility infrastructure located within public rights-of-way and must be paid when the utility begins spending funds on relocation. The bill clarifies that these reimbursement rules do not apply to utility facilities on private property, where utilities are entitled to standard legal compensation instead. This change affects state transportation funding processes and utility companies involved in infrastructure projects along public roads.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill requires DOT to reimburse utilities for relocation costs during highway projects, facilitating infrastructure development and reducing financial barriers to transportation improvements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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signed · Alabama · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SJR 98: Naming the Lamar S. "Bubba" Woodham, Jr. Highway

This bill proposes naming a specific section of Alabama Highway 9 in Elmore County the Lamar S. "Bubba" Woodham, Jr. Highway to honor his 47-year career with the Alabama Department of Transportation. The legislation requests that the State Department of Transportation coordinate with local officials to designate the road segment between Mt. Hebron Road and Boswell Road and install appropriate signage. The measure recognizes Woodham's service as a civil engineer, surveyor, and retired Navy officer, though it does not mandate the naming but encourages the state to consider it.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill honors a civil engineer and surveyor with 47 years of service to the Alabama Department of Transportation, recognizing contributions to transportation infrastructure and safety.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a retired Navy officer, recognizing veteran service through naming a highway in his memory.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

failed · Alabama · House Mar 17, 2026

HB 583: Alabama Work Zone Safety Act; pilot program to establish photographic speed enforcement system in a work zone on interstate highway, provided; civil penalties for violations, provided

This bill creates a pilot program in Alabama to test automated photographic speed enforcement cameras in highway work zones where construction or maintenance is actively underway. The system would automatically record images of vehicles and their license plates when they exceed the speed limit by 10 mph or more, allowing law enforcement to issue civil traffic citations rather than criminal charges. The Department of Transportation and Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency must collaborate to implement the program in one interstate work zone by October 2026, with full enforcement not beginning until November 2026 to allow for proper driver notification and system rollout. The bill also requires the agencies to submit progress reports to the Legislature by March 2027, including data on whether the cameras improve safety for workers and reduce speeding in construction zones.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by implementing automated speed enforcement in work zones, protecting workers and improving road safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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signed · Alabama · House Mar 17, 2026

HJR 179: Congress urged to authorize a reliability report on Marine Highway 65

HJR 179 is a resolution passed by Alabama's legislature urging Congress to authorize a federal reliability report on Marine Highway 65 (a key waterway corridor including the Tennessee River and Mobile River systems). It specifically requests the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers assess infrastructure vulnerabilities at locks like Demopolis, Holt, and Wilson, which have experienced failures. The resolution, supported by Alabama and the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Authority, aims to inform future investments and maintenance for this critical transportation network. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new law but formally requests federal action in the Water Resources Development Act of 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationUrges federal assessment of waterway infrastructure vulnerabilities to improve reliability, directly supporting transportation infrastructure strengthening through vulnerability analysis.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

signed · Alabama · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SJR 54: Congress urged to authorize a reliability report on Marine Highway 65

SJR 54 is a resolution passed by Alabama's legislature urging Congress to include in the 2026 Water Resources Development Act a requirement for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct a reliability report on Alabama's Marine Highway 65 waterway system. This system includes the Tennessee River, Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, and other connected rivers, which are critical for moving goods like agriculture and energy across Alabama and the Southeast. The report would specifically assess aging infrastructure, including recent lock failures at Demopolis, Holt, and Wilson locks, to evaluate risks and guide future maintenance. The resolution seeks to address concerns about infrastructure vulnerabilities that could disrupt regional commerce and economic activity.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationUrges assessment of critical waterway infrastructure to ensure reliability, supporting transportation system maintenance and safety for goods movement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways