CLARE COUNTY VETERANS MEM. HWY. H.B. 5057: FIRST ANALYSIS
House Bill 5057 (as reported without amendment)
Sponsor: Representative Tim Moore
House Committee: Transportation
Senate Committee: Transportation
Date Completed: 12-1-05
RATIONALE
Under the Michigan Memorial Highway Act, approximately two dozen sections of highway are designated to memorialize veterans of foreign and domestic wars. It has been suggested that a section of highway in Clare County be dedicated to county residents who have served in the military.
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to name the portion of US-10 in Clare County the "Clare County Veterans Memorial Highway".
Proposed MCL 250.1091
ARGUMENTS
(Please note: The arguments contained in this analysis originate from sources outside the Senate Fiscal Agency. The Senate Fiscal Agency neither supports nor opposes legislation.)
Supporting Argument
Those who have served this country in the military have done so at great sacrifice to themselves and their families. Naming a portion of road for Clare County veterans would be an appropriate way to demonstrate gratitude for their contributions to the preservation of democracy.
Legislative Analyst: Julie Koval
FISCAL IMPACT
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
Fiscal Analyst: Craig ThielAnalysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent. hb5057/0506