Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H4107

Introduced
4/10/23  
Refer
4/10/23  

Caption

Designating a certain overpass in the town of Stoneham as the State Trooper Tamar A. Bucci Memorial Bridge

Impact

By designating the overpass as a memorial bridge, this legislation intends to instill a sense of recognition and remembrance for the contributions of state troopers towards public safety and law enforcement. The bill emphasizes the importance of honoring public servants who have dedicated their lives to serve and protect their communities. Additionally, suitable markers will be erected and maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, ensuring that the memory of Trooper Bucci is preserved and acknowledged by residents and travelers alike.

Summary

House Bill 4107 proposes the designation of a certain overpass located in the town of Stoneham, Massachusetts, as the State Trooper Tamar A. Bucci Memorial Bridge. The bill recognizes the service and sacrifice of Trooper Tamara A. Bucci by providing a permanent tribute in the form of signage that will be displayed at the overpass. The overpass in question has been identified by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation as bridge number S27006 over Route 28.

Contention

The bill is described as an emergency law, indicating an urgent need for immediate action to honor Trooper Bucci's memory. However, discussions surrounding memorial designations, while generally supported, may raise questions about the process of selecting specific individuals for such honors versus the broader recognition of all law enforcement personnel. Ultimately, the bill stands as a tribute to an individual whose service impacted her community, while also reflecting society's acknowledgment of the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers.

Companion Bills

MA H4075

Similar To Relative to changing the term of the elected office of moderator for the town of Stoneham

MA H4641

Similar To Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

MA H4678

Similar To Enhancing public safety in the town of Stoneham

MA H4965

Similar To Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

MA H4123

Replaced by Designating a certain overpass in the town of Stoneham as the State Trooper Tamar A. Bucci Memorial Bridge

Previously Filed As

MA H4123

Designating a certain overpass in the town of Stoneham as the State Trooper Tamar A. Bucci Memorial Bridge

MA H4485

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Harwich as the United States Army Private First Class Joseph C. Blute memorial bridge

MA S2292

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Kelly A. Timilty Memorial Bridge

MA H3382

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Deborah R. Cochran memorial bridge

MA H3466

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Falmouth as the Deputy John Robert Kotfila Jr. memorial bridge

MA H3383

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Dedham as the Honorable Kelly A. Timilty memorial bridge

MA S2383

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Princeton as the Captain Christopher J. Sullivan memorial bridge

MA H3883

Designating a certain bridge in the town of Ashland as the Harold Wadhams Gates memorial bridge

MA H4641

Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

MA H4108

Designating a certain bridge as the Lt. David S. Cutler memorial bridge

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.