Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 271 as the Sergeant Jay M. Hoskins Memorial Highway.
Impact
The bill amends Subchapter B, Chapter 225 of the Transportation Code by adding a new section dedicated to recognizing Sergeant Hoskins. As part of this process, the Texas Department of Transportation is tasked with designing and constructing markers that indicate the highway's designation. Such actions highlight the state's efforts to acknowledge and memorialize individuals who have served their community or country.
Summary
Senate Bill 1925 proposes the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 271 as the Sergeant Jay M. Hoskins Memorial Highway. This designation aims to honor Sergeant Jay M. Hoskins for his service, recognizing his contributions through a memorial highway sign. The specific section of the highway identified runs from Loop 286 north to the Texas-Oklahoma border, creating a lasting tribute along a significant route.
Contention
While SB1925 primarily focuses on a memorial designation, any debate surrounding such bills often relates to resource allocation for highway signage and the criteria for naming public spaces. In this case, however, specific points of contention were not noted in the available discussions or voting records, indicating a possible consensus on this tribute.