Maine 2025-2026 Regular Session

Maine Senate Bill LD200

Introduced
1/14/25  
Refer
1/14/25  
Engrossed
3/4/25  
Enrolled
3/11/25  

Caption

Resolve, to Rename the Sebago Lake Road Crossing Bridge in the Town of Standish

Impact

The implications of LD200 are chiefly symbolic, focusing on community values and local pride. By designating the bridge as a memorial, it elevates the status of this infrastructure, not just as a travel route but as a place of collective memory for the community. The bill also reflects a broader societal commitment to acknowledging and memorializing veterans, which can influence future local initiatives and projects related to veteran recognition and support.

Summary

LD200 is a legislative resolve enacted to rename the Sebago Lake Road Crossing Bridge located in the Town of Standish to the Town of Standish Veterans Memorial Bridge. This bill serves to honor veterans by attaching their legacy to a prominent local landmark, thereby recognizing their contributions and sacrifices. By renaming this bridge, the state aims to enhance community pride and encourage public remembrance of those who served in the military.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding LD200 appears to be overwhelmingly positive. Community members and veterans’ advocacy groups likely view the renaming as a fitting tribute to those who have served in the military. The simplicity of the bill, being a straightforward memorialization, contributes to its acceptance. There are no prominent points of contention noted in the discussions, indicating a general consensus on the importance of the gesture.

Contention

Since LD200 primarily seeks to rename an existing bridge, rather than create new regulations or impose financial implications, it seems to lack significant points of contention. The nature of the bill suggests minimal opposition, as there is widespread agreement on honoring veterans, making it unlikely that any major debates surrounding the proposal would arise.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ME LD402

Resolve, to Rename Bridges in the Towns of Limerick, Hiram and Limington

ME LD1122

Resolve, to Rename Bridges in the Town of Cornish

ME LD38

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in the Town of Freeport the Matthew MacMillan Memorial Bridge

ME LD44

Resolve, to Rename the Bridge Between Bingham and Concord Township on Route 16 the Jason Dore Memorial Bridge

ME LD2239

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in the Town of Mechanic Falls the Bill Dunlop Memorial Bridge

ME LD2173

Resolve, to Rename the Interstate 295 Interchange in the Town of Freeport the Matthew MacMillan Bridge

ME LD1843

Resolve, to Name a Bridge in the Town of Bremen the Kitty Breskin Memorial Bridge

ME LD1848

Resolve, to Designate the Route 15 Bridge Located in the Town of Kenduskeag the William S. Pullen Bridge

ME LD331

Resolve, to Name a Bridge in the Town of Canaan After Staff Sergeant Richard Gerald Salsbury

ME LD1868

Resolve, to Name 2 Brooks in the Town of Orient

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.