Redesignates a portion of United States Highway 425 in Richland Parish as "Sheriff Gary Lynn Gilley Memorial Highway"
The bill establishes the legal framework for changing the name of a state highway, thereby impacting state laws related to highway designations. It requires the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to erect signage that reflects this new designation. The costs associated with these signs are to be funded through private monies, which must be provided to cover the actual expenses incurred by the department, with the threshold for each sign capped at $550.
House Bill 180 seeks to honor Sheriff Gary Lynn Gilley by redesignating a portion of United States Highway 425 in Richland Parish as the 'Sheriff Gary Lynn Gilley Memorial Highway.' The specific section being renamed stretches between the northern junction of Louisiana Highway 132 and the southern junction of Louisiana Highway 584, specifically in Archibald, Louisiana. This act is a form of recognition for the late sheriff who may have impacted the local community significantly during his tenure.
The sentiment around HB 180 appears to be largely supportive, as such measures are generally well-received when they honor public figures who have contributed to the community. The recognition of Sheriff Gilley through this redesignation can foster a sense of local pride and memory, likely bolstered by public sentiment favoring commemorative actions that celebrate local history and figures.
While no significant points of contention are reported for this specific bill, potential concerns could arise about the funding mechanism for the signage. The requirement of private monetary contributions for erecting the signs might lead to discussions around the feasibility and access to funding for such projects. However, these concerns do not seem to overshadow the overall intent of the bill, which is to pay tribute to an individual who served the community.