New Hampshire Senate Bill SB468

New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 12/12/23
• Refer: 12/12/23
• Report Pass: 1/10/24
• Engrossed: 2/29/24
• Refer: 2/29/24
• Report Pass: 3/25/24
• Enrolled: 5/23/24
• Chaptered: 6/20/24
• Passed: 6/20/24

Caption

Relative to designating a portion of route 111 in Hudson as the Senator Robert E. Clegg Jr. Memorial Highway.

Impact

If enacted, SB468 will lead to the establishment of permanent commemorative signage in the right-of-way of the highway. The bill specifies that the costs associated with the design, construction, and installation of these signs will not be borne by the state, but instead will be managed according to directives from the transportation department. This stipulation ensures that local communities and stakeholders may play an active role in the memorialization process without imposing financial strain on state resources.

Summary

Senate Bill 468 aims to designate a portion of Route 111 in Hudson as the 'Senator Robert E. Clegg Jr. Memorial Highway'. This bill is introduced in honor of Senator Clegg, recognizing his contributions and service. The legislation entails not only the naming of the highway but also the installation of suitable memorial markers along the designated route. It reflects the state's capacity to honor public figures through the naming of transportation routes, which is a common practice in many jurisdictions.

Contention

There does not appear to be significant contention surrounding SB468 based on the available discussions and summaries. However, as with many memorial designations, potential points of contention could arise from community responses regarding the appropriateness of the designation or differing opinions on the legacy of Senator Clegg. The process for selecting individuals for such honors can also be subject to scrutiny, as constituents may voice differing priorities for memorialization within their communities.