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History
- Substituted by A7892
- Ordered to third reading cal.1896
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to transportation
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Designates a portion of the state highway system as the "Oneida County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway"
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Anthony Brindisi
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5761
Title of bill
An act to amend the highway law, in relation to designating a portion of the state highway system as the "Oneida County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway"
Purpose or general idea of bill
To designate a portion of the state highway system, (Route forty-nine in the county of Oneida, beginning from the eastern city line of the city of Rome and continuing in a generally southeasterly direction to the western city line of the city of Utica shall be designated and known), as the "Oneida County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway".
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1: amends the highway law by adding a new section 344-d
Section 2: The commissioner of transportation shall provide for the installation and maintenance of adequate signing of the state highway system as designated pursuant to section one of this act. However, to avoid confusion and to limit any possible disruption of commerce, the designation called for pursuant to section one of this act shall be one of a ceremonial nature and the official name of such highway shall not be changed as a result of this act.
Section 3: effective date
Justification
This bill is being introduced on behalf of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Utica Chapter to honor those who served our country during the Vietnam War. As one of the longest lasting wars in American history and one with many severe casualties it is important that we recognize those who sacrificed themselves for our country and those who survived to be a reminder of their service and dedication to our nation.
Prior legislative history
New Legislation
Fiscal implications
Minimal to state
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately
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