Bridge naming; SGT Ronald Crews Bridge; effective date.
Impact
The passage of HB 4076 will formally create a memorial that not only honors SGT Ronald Crews but also establishes a process for naming bridges, which can enhance community pride and recognition of local figures. Such recognition is vital in ensuring that residents and visitors alike are reminded of significant contributions made by individuals from the state. The law is set to take effect on November 1, 2022, allowing for quick implementation of these memorial naming provisions.
Summary
House Bill 4076 establishes a new law regarding the naming of a bridge located on State Highway 18 at the north edge of Chandler in Lincoln County, Oklahoma. The bridge will be named after SGT Ronald Crews, serving as a public memorial to honor his contributions. Additionally, the bill requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to place suitable permanent markers on the bridge to acknowledge its new name, ensuring that this designation is both visible and lasting.
Contention
While the bill itself primarily focuses on honorific designations and does not appear to raise significant contention, it is a part of a larger discussion around how public spaces are named and honored. As with other memorials and naming conventions, considerations around inclusivity and the varied historical perspectives of residents may emerge as discussions in other contexts, although not explicitly indicated in the bill's text.