Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S0666

Introduced
3/7/23  
Refer
3/7/23  
Report Pass
6/13/23  
Engrossed
6/14/23  
Enrolled
6/15/23  

Caption

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

Impact

The impact of S0666 on state laws pertains to the Permanent Joint Committee on Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices and Other State Constructions. By amending the current statutes to include these bridge names, the bill will enhance local historical recognition and contribute to the narrative of honoring veterans within state legislation. This act not only memorializes individual heroes but also symbolizes the state's commitment to recognizing the contributions of its service members.

Summary

S0666 aims to formally rename three specific bridges in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, to honor local Medal of Honor recipients. The bill specifies the titles for the bridges: the Sgt. William G. Fournier Medal of Honor Bridge, the Sgt. William J. Babcock Medal of Honor Bridge, and the Cpl. David B. Champagne Medal of Honor Bridge. This renaming serves as a recognition of their service and sacrifices in military conflicts, embedding their legacy within the community infrastructure and public memory.

Contention

While the text of the bill is straightforward and primarily serves a commemorative purpose, discussions around such legislative measures often highlight issues of local identity and historical memory. The renaming of public structures is sometimes met with contention regarding whose legacies are represented and how such honors are determined. However, the unanimous support during the voting process indicates strong local backing for recognizing the specific individuals honored in S0666.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5233

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI H5453

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI S0439

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI H5953

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI H7907

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI S2493

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI H8125

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices, And Other State Constructions

RI S2822

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI H8083

Permanent Joint Committee On Naming All New Buildings, Bridges, Edifices And Other State Constructions

RI SB96

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; and making repeals.

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