West Virginia 2022 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SCR15

Introduced
1/19/22  
Refer
1/20/22  
Refer
1/20/22  
Report Pass
1/26/22  
Engrossed
1/27/22  
Refer
1/31/22  
Refer
1/31/22  
Report Pass
2/8/22  
Refer
2/8/22  
Report Pass
2/25/22  
Enrolled
2/28/22  

Caption

US Army PVT Shirley E. Bailey Memorial Bridge

Impact

If enacted, SCR15 will lead to the naming of bridge numbers 20-077/00-113.44 (on Interstate 77) in honor of PVT Shirley E. Bailey. This action will formalize the dedication of the bridge, ensuring that Bailey's legacy and sacrifices are recognized publicly and remembered by those who travel over the bridge. It also reflects a broader commitment to honoring veterans and their contributions to the state and nation, fostering community pride and remembrance.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution 15 (SCR15) seeks to memorialize U.S. Army PVT Shirley E. Bailey by naming a bridge in Kanawha County the U.S. Army PVT Shirley E. Bailey Memorial Bridge. The resolution indicates that PVT Bailey served honorably during World War II, where he was killed in action during the Battle of Hurtgen Forest. This bill is a tribute to Bailey's memory and contributions to his country, as he exhibited exceptional bravery in his role as a medic, providing care to wounded soldiers despite the dangers surrounding him.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SCR15 is largely positive, with recognition for the valor and sacrifices made by veterans like PVT Bailey. The bill has garnered support as a meaningful way to honor fallen soldiers and acknowledge their service. There is a general agreement on the importance of commemorating individuals who have risked their lives for their country, particularly in a prominent public space such as a bridge.

Contention

While SCR15 appears to have widespread support, there may be discussions about how public memorials should reflect historical narratives and whether such naming conventions are sufficient to honor veterans comprehensively. However, there is no substantial opposition noted within the discussions on this resolution, focusing instead on ensuring a fitting legacy for PVT Bailey as an exemplar of bravery.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WV SCR28

US Army PVT Garland Lee Loudermilk Memorial Bridge

WV HCR6

U. S. Army Staff Sgt. James Ira “Junior” Spurrier Memorial Bridge

WV HCR16

U. S. Army Staff Sgt. James Ira “Junior” Spurrier Memorial Bridge

WV HCR90

U.S. Army PVT Robert (Bob) Mullins Sr. Memorial Bridge

WV HCR42

U.S. Army SSG William E. Miller Memorial Bridge

WV SCR6

US Army Major Jerome Lee Workman Memorial Bridge

WV SCR19

US Army PVT Thomas D. Beckett, Sr., Memorial Bridge

WV HCR62

U.S. Army First Sergeant Clarence Shirley Blake Memorial Bridge

WV SB621

Designating the portion of Pennsylvania Route 41 (Gap Newport Pike) from the intersection with Bernard Avenue to the intersection with Highland Road in West Fallowfield Township, Chester County, as the Corporal Brandon Hardy Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 13775, carrying Pennsylvania Route 641 over Big Spring Creek on the border of Newville Borough and West Pennsboro Township, Cumberland County, as the SFC Randall Shughart Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Johnson Mill Road (State Route 1001) from the bridge over Buffalo Creek (Bridge Key 33467) to the intersection of Colonel John Kelly Road (State Route 1002) in Buffalo Township, Union County, as the Sgt. Edward L. Shannon Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 13617, carrying Pennsylvania Route 34, over Mountain Creek in Mount Holly Springs Borough, Cumberland County, as the Firefighter Jerome Guise Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8553, carrying State Route 1006 on Syberton Road over Clearfield Creek in Gallitzin Township, Cambria County, as the Private Martin J. Hanlon Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36247, carrying Pennsylvania Route 711 over Loyalhanna Creek in Ligonier Township, Westmoreland County, as the Sergeant Alvin P. Carey and Private John C. Ewing Medal of Honor Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Keys 34474 and 34477, carrying Interstate 70 over Pennsylvania Route 18, on the border of Washington City and Canton Township, Washington County, as the Corporal Frank J. Sworden Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 310 between Knox Dale Road, also known as State Route 2023, and Ash Street in McCalmont Township, Jefferson County, as the Lance Cpl. Bernard Himes Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 33758, carrying Pennsylvania Route 427 over Sugar Creek in Sugarcreek Borough, Venango County, as the Staff Sergeant Richard James Mulholland Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8537, carrying Pennsylvania Route 869 over a tributary of the Little Conemaugh River in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Vance Stephan Keslar Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8392, carrying Pennsylvania Route 53 over Bruebaker Run in Dean Township, Cambria County, as the U.S. Army Technical Sergeant Joseph F. Johnston Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43267, on that portion of State Route 3041, also known as Dishong Mountain Road, over U.S. Route 22 in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Technical Sergeant Mike Capelli Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45701, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over the Conemaugh River between Johnstown City and West Taylor Township, Cambria County, as the Captain Raymond W. Callahan, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8569, carrying State Route 1021 over Glendale Lake in White Township, Cambria County, as the CPL Reid Rex Ross 3 BT 26 Marine Reg. Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 56008, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over Stonycreek River in Johnstown City, Cambria County, as the Sgt. John C. Alaimo Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8444, carrying US Route 219 over Pennsylvania Route 56, also known as Scalp Avenue, in Richland Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Stanley Albert Stys Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8547, located on State Route 1002, also known as Friend Lea Road, over U.S. Route 219 in Cambria Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Cyril T. Yeckley Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8654, carrying State Route 3035 over the Little Conemaugh River in East Taylor Township, Cambria County, as the East Taylor Township Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43558, carrying U.S. Route 22 over a tributary of Hinckston Run in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Officer Matthew Krupa Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 55994, carrying State Route 4002 over California Run in Cambria Township, Cambria County, as the Senior Chief Stanley "Stush" Kubat, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46706, carrying State Route 4001, also known as Iverson Road, over Stevens Run in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, as the PVT Donald D. Marsh Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19716, carrying State Route 2019 over Mahoning Creek in Bell Township, Jefferson County, as the SP4 Michael Raymond Ishman Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5550, carrying Woodbury Pike (Pennsylvania Route 36) over Halter Creek, spanning Blair and Freedom Townships, Blair County, as the Pvt. William E. Green Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 41606, carrying State Route 3011, also known as Branch Road, over Spring Creek in College Township, Centre County, as the Petty Officer John W. Coble Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46159, carrying Pennsylvania Route 36 on Charger Highway, Blair Township, Blair County, as the Marine Lance Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 52767, carrying West High Street (State Route 4031), crossing the Ghost Town Trail, located in Ebensburg Borough, Cambria County, as the Corpsman Charles Doerr, United States Navy, Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11781, on that portion of State Route 3004 over the West Branch Susquehanna River, Burnside Township, Clearfield County, as the United States Army Sergeant Harold Koller Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8555, carrying State Route 1007 over Chest Creek on the border of Allegheny Township and East Carroll Township, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Regis H. Driskel Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 143 in Lynn Township, Lehigh County, from the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 309 to the border of Berks County, as Heroes Highway, in honor of fallen firefighter Marvin Gruber and Assistant Fire Chief Zachary Paris; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 47515, carrying Pennsylvania Route 286 over Blacklegs Creek in Conemaugh Township, Indiana County, as the Captain Robert M. Young Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8574, carrying State Route 1021 over Clearfield Creek in White Township, Cambria County, as the Charles Owen Jenkins, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45509, carrying U.S. Route 40 over Pennsylvania Route 43 in Redstone Township, Fayette County, as the PFC John Balog Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 47947, carrying State Route 1054 over Indian Creek in Saltlick Township, Fayette County, as the Sgt. Earl D. Barkley Memorial Bridge; designating the section of State Route 403, also known as Cramer Pike, from the intersection with State Route 3041 in West Taylor Township, Cambria County, to the intersection with State Route 8010, Segment 250 (Ramp E) in East Wheatfield Township, Indiana County, as the Captain Harry G. Cramer Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 173 between the southern border of Slippery Rock Township to the southern border of Slippery Rock Borough in Slippery Rock Township, Butler County, as the 173rd Airborne Brigade Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 53848, carrying Pennsylvania Route 36 over Canoe Creek in Bell Township, Jefferson County, as the PFC Larry E. Frantz Memorial Bridge; designating the interchange of U.S. Route 22/322 with Arch Rock Road in Fermanagh Township, Juniata County, as the Trooper Jacques F. Rougeau, Jr., Memorial Interchange; designating the bridge, identified as Bridge Key 47695, carrying U.S. Route 202 over Almshouse Road in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the CPT Connor J. Bednarzyk, USA Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 12099, carrying Pennsylvania Route 120, also known as Renovo Road, over Young Women's Creek in Chapman Township, Clinton County, as the Staff Sergeant John F. Curcio Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 44399, located on that portion of State Route 4049 over Interstate 70 in South Strabane Township, Washington County, as the Louis E. Waller Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 9570, on that portion of State Route 3049 over the Moshannon Creek in Rush Township, Centre County, as the Lance Corporal Michael P. Segich Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5759, located on that portion of State Route 3002 over South Poplar Run in Greenfield Township, Blair County, as the Corporal Clyde E. Walter, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 7178, carrying State Route 2018 over I-295 in Middletown Township, Bucks County, as the Staff Sgt. Jae S. Moon Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 445 from the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 45 to the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 192 in Millheim Borough and Penn Township, Centre County, as the Lieutenant General Robert D. Springer Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 55815, carrying State Route 1005 over Crooked Creek in Rayne Township, Indiana County, as the Sergeant Charles R. Learn Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Pennsylvania Route 443 bridge, over the Little Schuylkill River, located in Walker Township, Schuylkill County, as the William Hoffman Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Park Road Bridge, located in Wyomissing, Berks County, as the Joseph Walker Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge on U.S. Route 209 over Middle Creek, located in Polk Township, Monroe County, as the Charles Gardner Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, also known as the Bridge Street Bridge, located in Weissport Borough, Carbon County, as the Ralph Strubinger Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as U.S. Route 422 Bridge, over the Little Cacoosing Creek, located in Lower Heidelberg Township, Berks County, and South Heidelberg Township, Berks County, as the Wilbur Bohn Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, on Little Mountain Road over the Little Catawissa Creek, located in Union Township, Schuylkill County, as the Joseph Zienkiewicz Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, on Pennsylvania Route 191 over Brodhead Creek, located in Stroud Township, Monroe County, as the Gordon Brink Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, on Pennsylvania Route 924 over the railroad, located in Gilberton Borough, Monroe County, as the Walter Skubel Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, on Pennsylvania Route 512 over the Monocacy Creek, located in Bethlehem City, Northampton County, as the Raphael Rivera Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge on Pennsylvania Route 443 over the Schuylkill River, located in Schuylkill Haven Borough, Schuylkill County, as the Caitlin McGarry Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of State Route 1013 (Academy Road) from the intersection with Cromwell Road to the intersection with Comly Road in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, as the U.S. Army Ranger SPC Devin J. Kuhn Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8660, carrying State Route 3039 over the Conemaugh River in the City of Johnstown, Cambria County, as the Corporal Robert J. Rusnak Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11476, on State Route 322, also known as Nichols Street over the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in the Borough of Clearfield, Clearfield County, as the Walter Lane Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5221, carrying U.S. Route 422 Business, also known as Penn Street, over the Schuylkill River in the City of Reading, Berks County, as the Police Officer Scott A. Wertz Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 2005, known as Lehigh Street, in Allentown, Lehigh County, from Segment 0060/Offset 1800 to the intersection with Vultee Street, as the Chief Christopher Kiskeravage Memorial Highway; and making repeals.

WV SCR8

US Army Corporal Clemon Knapp Memorial Bridge

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