HR43 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Matthew HammettRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

David Cook, bridge named

Summary

The Alabama House would name the bridge on Route 55 over Pigeon Creek in Covington County the David Cook Memorial Bridge.

What This Bill Does

It designates the bridge as the David Cook Memorial Bridge to honor David Cook. It asks the Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to designate the name and to erect appropriate signs or markers recognizing the designation, in line with applicable laws. The action is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding requirements.

Who It Affects

• Alabama Department of Transportation - to coordinate designation and signage for the bridge
• Residents of Covington County, especially the Red Level community and David Cook's family and supporters - to honor a local figure through the bridge naming

Key Provisions

• Designate the bridge on Alabama State Highway Route 55 that spans Pigeon Creek in Covington County as the David Cook Memorial Bridge.
• Encourage the Department of Transportation, in coordination with local officials, to designate the bridge name and erect appropriate signs or markers consistent with applicable requirements and laws.

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Resolutions