Wisconsin Senate Bill SB399

Wisconsin 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/25/23
• Refer: 8/25/23
• Report Pass: 1/11/24
• Engrossed: 1/16/24
• Refer: 2/14/24
• Enrolled: 2/22/24
• Chaptered: 4/4/24
• Passed: 4/4/24

Caption

Designating a bridge in Pierce County as the Eisenhower Bridge of Valor. (FE)

Impact

If enacted, SB399 will create section 84.10425 in Wisconsin's statutes, specifically directing the Department of Transportation to mark the designated bridge appropriately. Such a designation carries symbolic weight, intended to foster civic pride and reflect the values associated with Eisenhower's leadership during pivotal moments in American history. This action may elevate the bridge's status as both a transportation route and a landmark of historical importance.

Summary

Senate Bill 399 aims to designate a bridge located on USH 63 across the Mississippi River in Pierce County as the 'Eisenhower Bridge of Valor'. This designation seeks to memorialize and honor the legacy of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, connecting the historical significance of his leadership with the local infrastructure. The bill reflects a broader effort to recognize significant figures through commemorative structures within the state's transportation system.

Contention

While the bill largely focuses on a symbolic designation, there may be points of contention regarding the prioritization of funds and resources for commemoration versus other pressing infrastructure needs. Stakeholders may debate the appropriateness of memorializing historical figures in contrast to immediate community needs or infrastructure repairs. Nevertheless, as the bill does not allocate additional funding, contention may primarily arise from differing opinions on the historical relevance and impact of the commemoration.