Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 59 in Jackson County as the State Trooper Bill Davidson Memorial Highway.
Impact
The passing of HB4269 will lead to the installation of official memorial markers along the specified portion of U.S. Highway 59. The Texas Department of Transportation will be responsible for the design and construction of these markers, which will not only identify the highway number but also serve to honor Trooper Davidson’s legacy. This act falls under the broader legislative efforts to commemorate local heroes and improve state highway recognition.
Summary
House Bill 4269 aims to designate a section of U.S. Highway 59 in Jackson County as the State Trooper Bill Davidson Memorial Highway. This act is a tribute to State Trooper Bill Davidson, recognizing his service and contributions while serving as a law enforcement officer. The bill outlines specific geographical markers that will indicate this designation along the highway, specifically between mile markers 618 and 620 on the southbound side.
Contention
While the bill is primarily a memorialization effort and does not seem to present significant points of contention based on the available information, similar bills in the past have occasionally faced scrutiny related to their implications for highway funding and maintenance. However, the unanimous voting history indicates a strong bipartisan support for this bill, suggesting that it is largely viewed positively among legislators.