Establishes the "Fallen Skywalkers Memorial Bridge" in the city of Buffalo in Erie county.
Summary
Bill S06008 proposes to designate a portion of the state highway system in Buffalo, New York, as the "Fallen Skywalkers Memorial Bridge." This designation specifically applies to the bridge on Route 5 that crosses over Fuhrmann Boulevard and spans the Buffalo waterfront, intersecting with Church Street and Delaware Avenue. The bill aims to honor a significant local memory or event, although the official name of the bridge will remain unchanged, and the designation will be ceremonial in nature.
Impact
The bill amends the highway law to include the new designation without altering the official name of the bridge. This means that while the bridge will be recognized for its memorial significance, it will not affect any existing legal or commercial naming conventions. The installation and maintenance of signage indicating the new designation will be the responsibility of the commissioner of transportation, ensuring that the memorial aspect is acknowledged without disrupting traffic or commerce.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill S06008 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as indicated by the unanimous votes in both the Senate Transportation Committee and the Senate Floor Vote, where it passed with 59 votes in favor and none against. This suggests strong bipartisan support and a shared recognition of the importance of memorializing local history.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention regarding this bill as it has received unanimous support in committee and on the Senate floor. The ceremonial nature of the designation and the decision to maintain the official name of the bridge seem to have alleviated potential concerns about confusion or disruption.
Designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45346, carrying Pennsylvania Route 653 over Buffalo Creek in Garrett Borough, Somerset County, as the Corporal Harold L. Gray Memorial Bridge.