Michigan Senate Bill SB0079

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/12/25
• Refer: 2/12/25

Caption

Highways: memorial; portion of M-150; designate as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 109.

Impact

The enactment of SB 0079 would primarily impact the Michigan memorial highway act by introducing a new designated memorial highway. This addition allows for the public and the community to honor William S. Broomfield, whose contributions or historical significance warrant this recognition. Furthermore, it serves as a permanent and visible tribute within the infrastructure of the state, potentially benefiting local tourism and education around the highway's namesake.

Summary

Senate Bill 0079 is a legislative proposal aimed at designating a specific portion of highway M-150 in Oakland County, Michigan, as the 'William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway.' The bill proposes to amend the Michigan memorial highway act (2001 PA 142) by adding section 109, which will formally recognize this stretch of road, beginning at the intersection with Tienken Road and extending south to the intersection with highway M-59, with a dedicated memorial name. This initiative reflects the state's acknowledgment and remembrance of significant individuals who have contributed to the community.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, discussions around memorial designations can sometimes provoke debates about the criteria for such honors and the process involved in selecting individuals for commemoration. Stakeholders may raise points when considering the legacy of the individual recognized, the implications of changing existing highway names, or preferences for memorials over other forms of recognition. However, there are no excerpts in the available texts indicating significant contention around this specific bill.