Highways: memorial; portion of US-127; designate as the “Edward McQuaid Veterans Memorial Highway”. Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 111.
Impact
The designation of this highway segment as the 'Edward McQuaid Veterans Memorial Highway' serves to honor the contributions of Edward McQuaid, presumably a veteran. This action aligns with broader efforts within states to recognize and memorialize the service of veterans through tangible infrastructure changes. By adopting this designation, the state reinforces its commitment to acknowledging the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces and promotes awareness among the public regarding veterans' contributions.
Summary
Senate Bill 318 aims to amend the Michigan Memorial Highway Act by designating a portion of highway US-127 in Isabella County as the 'Edward McQuaid Veterans Memorial Highway'. This amendment would add a new section to the existing legislation, which governs the naming of highways in honor of individuals or events of significance to the state. Specifically, the bill proposes that the section of highway from exit 139, which is the southern junction with business route US-127, continuing north to exit 143, which is the exit to highway M-20, be recognized under this new designation.
Contention
While the bill seems straightforward, potential points of contention might arise during its discussion in legislative committees, particularly concerning the criteria for naming highways. There may be debates over the merits of specific commemorations, including how individuals are chosen for such honors. Additionally, considerations regarding budget allocations for signage and potential impacts on local traffic management could provoke discussions among lawmakers, although no specific concerns were noted in the available documentation.
Highways: memorial; portion of M-11; designate as the "Korean War Veterans Memorial Drive". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 114.
Highways: memorial; portion of M-53; designate as the "Officer Leroy Imus Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 30c.
Highways: memorial; portion of I-75; designate as the "Trooper Joel E. Popp Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 105a & repeals sec. 30c of 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1030c).
Highways: memorial; portion of M-125; designate as the "Captain Joseph M. Liedel Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 103a.
Highways: memorial; portion of US-127; designate as the "2nd Lt. Roosevelt Stiger Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 46a.
Highways: memorial; portion of US-127; designate as the "2nd Lt. Roosevelt Stiger Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 46a.
Highways: memorial; portion of M-26; designate as the "Private Wesley Vietti Karna Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 112.
Highways: memorial; portion of I-94; designate as the "Corporal Mohamed Said Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 117.
Highways: memorial; portion of highway US-31; designate as the "Trp. James E. Boland Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 11d.
Highways: memorial; portion of M-22; designate as the "Company K Indian Veterans 1st Michigan Sharpshooters Civil War Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 108.