HJR81INTRODUCED Page 0 HJR81 TB2XG51-1 By Representative Wood (R) RFD: Rules First Read: 18-Feb-25 1 2 3 4 5 TB2XG51-1 02/18/2025 bm (L)bm 2025-886 Page 1 First Read: 18-Feb-25 HJR___ ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO BE COOPERATIVE WITH LOCAL GOVERNING OFFICIALS. WHEREAS, it is necessary for branches of the government of the State of Alabama, its agencies and departments, and its municipalities and county governments to work together to accomplish the needs of the state and its residents; and WHEREAS, specifically, it is essential that the channels of communication between the Department of Transportation and local governing and law enforcement officials remain open to ensure public roads and highways are best serving the residents of the state; and WHEREAS, to accomplish that goal, the Department of Transportation is encouraged to be more collaborative when conversing with local government and law enforcement officials regarding areas of need that fall under the department's jurisdiction; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That to promote goodwill and effective communication between the Department of Transportation and local governmental agencies and officials, the department is encouraged to be more cooperative when it is required to consult or engage with officials for transportation business. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28