Ohio 2023-2024 Regular Session

Ohio Senate Bill SB45

Introduced
2/7/23  
Report Pass
2/28/24  
Engrossed
2/28/24  

Caption

Designate Veterans Memorial Bridge in Trumbull County

Impact

The enactment of SB 45 would primarily impact local infrastructure by modifying the official name of the bridge, which is a part of state route 534. The naming serves both a symbolic and practical purpose, potentially increasing community pride and awareness surrounding veterans' issues. Additionally, it may serve as a focal point for local events or memorials dedicated to veterans, fostering a stronger communal bond in recognition of their sacrifices.

Summary

Senate Bill 45, introduced by Senator O'Brien, aims to designate a specific bridge spanning the Mahoning River in Trumbull County as the 'Veterans Memorial Bridge.' The bill seeks to honor veterans by naming the bridge in their memory, thus commemorating their service and sacrifice. This designation is to be established under the newly enacted section 5534.612 of the Revised Code of Ohio. The plan includes the installation of appropriate markers on the bridge to reflect its designated name, which would contribute to the local identity and recognition of veterans' contributions within the community.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB 45 appears overwhelmingly positive, as it reflects a collective appreciation for veterans. Lawmakers seem to view the designation as a necessary and respectful acknowledgment of veterans' contributions to the state and nation. The bill has garnered support from various senators, suggesting a broad consensus on its value within the legislative assembly.

Contention

There do not appear to be significant points of contention regarding SB 45, as its goals are straightforward and align with public sentiment favoring the recognition of veterans. The unanimous passage with a vote of 12-0 indicates strong bipartisan support, highlighting that the celebration of veterans is a shared priority across party lines. This reflects a unified approach to honoring those who have served, suggesting that this bill might represent an area of cooperation in otherwise polarized legislative discussions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OH SB169

Designate Cortland Veterans Memorial Bridge

OH HB1432

Memorial bridges; designate bridges on U.S. Hwy 72 in Alcorn County, near Burnsville, MS, as the "Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Bridges."

OH HB286

Designate Vienna Township Veterans Bridge

OH SCR37

Harrison County Veterans Memorial Bridge

OH LD393

An Act to Designate Certain Bridges as Veterans Memorial Bridges

OH SB96

Designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8537, carrying Pennsylvania Route 869 over a tributary of the Little Conemaugh River in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Vance Stephan Keslar Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8392, carrying Pennsylvania Route 53 over Bruebaker Run in Dean Township, Cambria County, as the U.S. Army Technical Sergeant Joseph F. Johnston Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43267, on that portion of State Route 3041, also known as Dishong Mountain Road, over U.S. Route 22 in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Technical Sergeant Mike Capelli Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45701, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over the Conemaugh River between Johnstown City and West Taylor Township, Cambria County, as the Captain Raymond W. Callahan, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8569, carrying State Route 1021 over Glendale Lake in White Township, Cambria County, as the CPL Reid Rex Ross 3 BT 26 Marine Reg. Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 56008, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over Stonycreek River in Johnstown City, Cambria County, as the Sgt. John C. Alaimo Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8444, carrying US Route 219 over Pennsylvania Route 56, also known as Scalp Avenue, in Richland Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Stanley Albert Stys Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8547, located on State Route 1002, also known as Friend Lea Road, over U.S. Route 219 in Cambria Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Cyril T. Yeckley Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8654, carrying State Route 3035 over the Little Conemaugh River in East Taylor Township, Cambria County, as the East Taylor Township Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43558, carrying U.S. Route 22 over a tributary of Hinckston Run in Jackson Township, Cambria County, as the Officer Matthew Krupa Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 55994, carrying State Route 4002 over California Run in Cambria Township, Cambria County, as the Senior Chief Stanley "Stush" Kubat, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46706, carrying State Route 4001, also known as Iverson Road, over Stevens Run in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, as the PVT Donald D. Marsh Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19716, carrying State Route 2019 over Mahoning Creek in Bell Township, Jefferson County, as the SP4 Michael Raymond Ishman Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5550, carrying Woodbury Pike (Pennsylvania Route 36) over Halter Creek, spanning Blair and Freedom Townships, Blair County, as the Pvt. William E. Green Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 41606, carrying State Route 3011, also known as Branch Road, over Spring Creek in College Township, Centre County, as the Petty Officer John W. Coble Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46159, carrying Pennsylvania Route 36 on Charger Highway, Blair Township, Blair County, as the Marine Lance Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 52767, carrying West High Street (State Route 4031), crossing the Ghost Town Trail, located in Ebensburg Borough, Cambria County, as the Corpsman Charles Doerr, United States Navy, Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11781, on that portion of State Route 3004 over the West Branch Susquehanna River, Burnside Township, Clearfield County, as the United States Army Sergeant Harold Koller Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8555, carrying State Route 1007 over Chest Creek on the border of Allegheny Township and East Carroll Township, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Regis H. Driskel Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 143 in Lynn Township, Lehigh County, from the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 309 to the border of Berks County, as Heroes Highway, in honor of fallen firefighter Marvin Gruber and Assistant Fire Chief Zachary Paris; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 47515, carrying Pennsylvania Route 286 over Blacklegs Creek in Conemaugh Township, Indiana County, as the Captain Robert M. Young Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8574, carrying State Route 1021 over Clearfield Creek in White Township, Cambria County, as the Charles Owen Jenkins, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45509, carrying U.S. Route 40 over Pennsylvania Route 43 in Redstone Township, Fayette County, as the PFC John Balog Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 47947, carrying State Route 1054 over Indian Creek in Saltlick Township, Fayette County, as the Sgt. Earl D. Barkley Memorial Bridge; designating the section of State Route 403, also known as Cramer Pike, from the intersection with State Route 3041 in West Taylor Township, Cambria County, to the intersection with State Route 8010, Segment 250 (Ramp E) in East Wheatfield Township, Indiana County, as the Captain Harry G. Cramer Memorial Highway; and making repeals.

OH HB1045

Memorial highways and bridges; designating various memorial highways and bridges; effective date.

OH H4108

Designating a certain bridge as the Lt. David S. Cutler memorial bridge

OH HJR69

A JOINT RESOLUTION designating the New Hope Veterans Memorial Bridge in Nelson County.

OH HB2416

Memorial roads and bridges; designating various memorial roads and bridges; effective date.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.