Massachusetts House Bill H4619

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/22/24
• Refer: 4/22/24
• Refer: 4/29/24
• Refer: 5/16/24
• Engrossed: 6/24/24
• Engrossed: 8/16/24
• Enrolled: 8/20/24
• Chaptered: 8/27/24
• Passed: 8/27/24

Caption

Designating a portion of state highway Route 23 west and 41 south in the town of Egremont as the George McGurn memorial highway

Impact

If passed, the bill would require the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to install appropriate signage along the designated highway stretch to recognize the new memorial designation. This action may enhance community pride and remembrance, as well as serve as a site of historical significance for residents and visitors traveling through Egremont. Such memorials can foster a sense of identity among local residents and contribute to cultural heritage.

Summary

House Bill 4619 is a legislative proposal seeking to designate a segment of state highway Route 23 west and 41 south in the town of Egremont as the 'George McGurn Memorial Highway.' The bill aims to honor George McGurn by providing a formal acknowledgment of his contributions or significance to the community, which the highway designation symbolizes. This proposal reflects a gesture of remembrance and is indicative of local efforts to celebrate noteworthy figures within Massachusetts history.

Contention

The bill appears to be straightforward with the primary aim of designating the highway. However, while there are generally few contentions surrounding memorial designations, potential concerns might arise from budget allocations for signage and maintenance. Additionally, discussions could surface regarding the appropriateness of naming public infrastructure after individuals and the processes through which such decisions are made. Nonetheless, no specific points of contention have been noted in the discussions or voting history pertaining to H4619 at this time.