SJR12 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

DESIGNATING THE BRIDGE ON MCFARLAND BOULEVARD THAT SPANS INTERSTATE 20 AND INTERSTATE 59 AS THE LUTHER STANCEL PATE III MEMORIAL BRIDGE.

Summary

The bill designates the McFarland Boulevard bridge that spans I-20 and I-59 as the Luther Stancel Pate III Memorial Bridge.

What This Bill Does

It designates that specific bridge as a memorial named Luther Stancel Pate III Memorial Bridge. It also directs the Alabama Department of Transportation to work with local officials to fabricate and install signs or markers recognizing the designation, in line with applicable laws. The designation memorializes Luther Stancel Pate III and serves as a symbolic tribute.

Who It Affects

• Drivers and commuters who use the McFarland Boulevard bridge over I-20/I-59 will see the memorial name on signs once installed.
• The Alabama Department of Transportation and local government officials responsible for signage will coordinate to place the required signs or markers.

Key Provisions

• Designation of the McFarland Boulevard bridge over I-20 and I-59 as the Luther Stancel Pate III Memorial Bridge.
• Requires the Department of Transportation to coordinate with governing officials to fabricate and erect signs or markers recognizing the designation, in compliance with laws.

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Subjects

Designating bridge as the Luther Stancel Pate III Memorial Bridge.