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Senator · Senate District 59
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History
- Substituted by A8177B
- Ordered to third reading cal.1728
- Print number 5854b
- Amend and recommit to rules
- Print number 5854a
- Amend and recommit to rules
- Referred to rules
Companion bill
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Designates a portion of the state highway system as the "Captain John J. Levulis Memorial Highway"
Signed by Governor · Sponsor David DiPietro
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5854B
Title of bill
An act to amend the highway law, in relation to designating a portion of the state highway system as the "Captain John J. Levulis Memorial Highway"
Purpose
To designate a portion of state route 75 in the county of Erie as the "Captain John J. Levulis Memorial Highway"
Summary of provisions
Section 1 Amends the highway law to designate the portion of state route 75 that runs from its intersection with United States route sixty-two in the town of Eden, in a generally southerly direction, to the Eden and North Collins town line as the "Captain John J Levulis Memorial Highway."
Section 2. Provides for the signing and maintenance of this designation, and provides that this designation is of a ceremonial nature and does not change the official name of state route 75.
Section 3. Provides that this act shall take effect immediately.
Justification
This designation serves to honor the memory of Captain John J. Levulis, a member of the United States Army, who tragically lost his life on May 7, 2015, as a result of injuries suffered in a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike. Captain Levulis was traveling with three other soldiers in a Humvee, as part of a convoy en route to Fort Dix.
New York State Route 75 runs through Captain Levulis' hometown of Eden, where he was an active and beloved member of the community. This designation will be a fitting tribute to Captain Levulis' enduring legacy in the Town of Eden, and a comforting reminder for his friends and family of his sacrifice and courage. Naming a portion of this highway after this fallen hero is symbolic of the immense gratitude and pride felt by the Town of Eden, the State of New York, and the United States of America for Captain John J. Levulis. Captain Levulis was a summa cum laude graduate of Niagara University, a ROTC cadet, and a graduate of Eden High School, where he played both basketball and lacrosse. As an illustration of his patriotism at an early age, he built a Veterans Memorial in front of an American Legion for his Eagle Scout project, After graduating college, he served a tour of duty in Afghanistan, where he held the position of Infantry Platoon Leader with the 10th Mountain Division, stationed at Fort Drum.
Captain Levulis was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades including the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, Afghanistan campaign medal, NATO campaign medal, Airborne Wings, and the Meritorious Service medal, As his family and friends will always remember, he
lived by the credo of "Do your best. Work hard. Be respectful. Show up. Do the right thing, and sometimes, 'Kwitcher bellyaching.'"
We must never forget the courage and sacrifice made by this country's veterans, and in so many ways, Captain Levulis is emblematic of what makes the United States a great nation. He was a true patriot, and his heroism is an inspiration to all those who had the good fortune to know him. He will always be remembered.
Legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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