2022 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Act 23 - MULTIPLE DESIGNATIONS IN MULTIPLE COUNTIES AND REPEALS - DESIGNATION

An Act

 

Designating a portion of State Route 2038, also known as County Line Road, from Meetinghouse Road to Blair Mill Road in Bucks County as the U.S. Air Force Major James Doherty Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 35000, on that portion of State Route 2040 in Bentleyville Borough, Washington County, as the Mrs. Madeline Finney Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19557, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 36 over the Redbank Creek, Brookville Borough, Jefferson County, as the CPT Raymond Harry "Bud" Hetrick Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19033, on that portion of northbound State Route 119 over State Route 286 in White Township, Indiana County, as the Specialist Five Timothy Rice Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 39537, on that portion of State Route 1005 over a tributary of Crooked Creek, Rayne Township, Indiana County, as the Sergeant Charles R. Learn Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of State Route 2004, also known as North Broad Street, within the Borough of Lansdale and Hatfield Township, Montgomery County, as the Dr. Frank Erdman Boston Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 57053, located over Dixon Run at the intersection of State Route 1012 to Pennsylvania Route 403 in Green Township, Indiana County, as the PVT William L. Hadden Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36020, on that portion Pennsylvania Route 66, known as Main Street, over the Norfolk Southern Railway, City of Greensburg, Westmoreland County, as the Sergeant Richard Ivory Cullen Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19231, on that portion of State Route 1014 over the abandoned Conrail Railroad, Green Township, Indiana County, as the Carl E. Keith Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of Pennsylvania Route 309 from the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 29 in Monroe Township, Wyoming County, to the intersection with State Route 1026 in Dallas Township, Luzerne County, as the Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 41272, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 286 over Crooked Creek, Rayne Township, Indiana County, as the Sergeant First Class Randy McCaulley Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45531, carrying Pennsylvania Route 879 over the West Branch Susquehanna River, Lawrence Township, Clearfield County, as the Gerald "Jerry" Confer Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 13321, located on State Route 3021, also known as Geneva Road, over the Conneaut Outlet, Union Township, Crawford County, as the Trooper John W. Marin Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43235, on that portion of State Route 2012 over Alloway Creek, Mount Joy and Germany Townships, Adams County, as the Michael Dillman Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8639, carrying State Route 3024, also known as Ragers Hill Road, over State Route 2006, Norfolk Southern Railroad, and the South Fork Branch Little Conemaugh River in Croyle Township, Cambria County, as the PFC Donald E. Hunter, USMC Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8672, on that portion of State Route 3045 over the South Branch Blacklick Creek, Vintondale Borough, Cambria County, as the John "Sonny" Kuhar, Jr., Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45635, on that portion of State Route 1036 over Howells Run at Lake Rowena, Ebensburg Borough, Cambria County, as the Ross W. Dixon Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8604, on that portion of State Route 2014 over U.S. 22, Cambria County, as the Sheriff Bob Kolar, Sr., Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 322 from the intersection with County Line Lane to the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 117 through Campbelltown in South Londonderry Township, Lebanon County, as the Commissioner William E. Ames Memorial Highway; designating the portion of U.S. Route 19 between Ivory Avenue and Cemetery Lane in Ross Township, Allegheny County, as the Chief Vernon Moses Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8360, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 36 over Clearfield Creek, Ashville Borough, Cambria County, as the Francis and Robert Zerbee Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Harvey Run Road between State Route 2004 in New Sewickley Township to Pennsylvania Route 65 in Freedom Borough, Beaver County, as the Army Sergeant Joshua James Rimer Memorial Road; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 7890, on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 108 in Worth Township, Butler County, spanning Interstate 79 as the Veterans of Slippery Rock Bridge; designating the interchange of U.S. Route 119 with U.S. Route 422 in White Township, Indiana County, as the Lieutenant Colonel William A. Rush III Memorial Interchange; designating the interchange located on I-279 at Camp Horne Road in Ohio Township, Allegheny County, as the Scott F. Hirsh Memorial Interchange; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 104, from the southern border of the Borough of Middleburg to the northern border of the Borough of Middleburg, Snyder County, as the Chief of Police Tony M. Jordan Memorial Highway; designating the interchange of Interstate 276, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with Pennsylvania Route 611, known as Exit 343, and the Willow Grove Interchange in Upper Moreland Township, Montgomery County, as the Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf Memorial Interchange; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 4142, carrying State Route 1001 over the Dunning Creek in the Borough of Bedford, Bedford County, as the CPL William Glen Imler Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 2044, also known as Brierly Lane, between Homestead-Duquesne Road and Interboro Avenue in West Mifflin Borough, Allegheny County, as the Regis L. Stephenson Memorial Highway; designating the entire length of State Route 4010 in North Branch Township, Wyoming County, as the Joyce Maureen Steele Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 12165, carrying Pennsylvania Route 150 over the Bald Eagle Creek, in Bald Eagle Township, Clinton County, as the Colonel Henry Bossert Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 113 from its intersection with Schoolhouse Road, in Franconia Township, Montgomery County, and State Route 4027, also known as County Line Road, in Souderton Borough, Montgomery County, as the Honorable Robert W. Godshall Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8517, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over the Stonycreek River in Ferndale Borough, Cambria County, as the Private First Class Lee David Meadows Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 56645, carrying State Route 1045, also known as South 4th Street, over Cocalico Creek in the Borough of Denver, Lancaster County, as the John K. Weaver Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 21481, carrying State Route 1051, also known as Main Street, over Little Cocalico Creek in the Borough of Denver, Lancaster County, as the Fichthorn and Marburger Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 2019, known as Nyes Road, from the intersection of Derry Street to the intersection of Union Deposit Road, in Swatara and Lower Paxton Townships, Dauphin County, as the Glenn A. Martin Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 25507, on that portion of State Route 3006 over the Kinzua Creek in the census-designated place of Westline, Lafayette Township, McKean County, as the Westline Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 994 over the Blacklog Creek, Cromwell Township, Huntingdon County, as the Lieutenant Joseph O. Stevens Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 2009, also known as Byberry Road, between State Route 2040, also known as Warminster Road, and State Route 263, also known as Old York Road, in Hatboro Borough, Montgomery County, as the SPC John Kulick Memorial Highway; designating a portion of U.S. Route 11, also known as Main Street, from Segment 200, Offset 0000, to the intersection with Oak Street in Shickshinny Borough, Luzerne County, as the Honorable George C. Hasay Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5786, carrying State Route 3013, known as Dunnings Highway, over South Poplar Run, in Greenfield Township, Blair County, as the Bryan T. "Chipper" Chamberlain Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 20703, on State Route 1039, also known as Meredith Street, over Gordan Avenue and Lackawanna Avenue in Carbondale Township, Lackawanna County, as the Joseph Caviston Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified by Bridge Key 19699, on that portion of State Route 2003 over Mahoning Creek in Big Run Borough, Jefferson County, as the SP4 James Wise, Jr., and PFC James Wingert USMC Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36313, carrying Pennsylvania Route 981, also known as Lloyd Avenue, over Loyalhanna Creek in Latrobe, Westmoreland County, as the Trooper Michael Stewart III Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11802, carrying State Route 3008 over Clearfield Creek, Beccaria Township, Clearfield County, as the Corporal Cecil J. Snyder Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 41673, carrying Oakridge Drive (State Route 3102) over U.S. 219 in Richland Township, Cambria County, as the Cambria County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of Interstate 76, also known as the Schuylkill Expressway, from Mile Marker 334.5 to Mile Marker 335.5 in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Firefighter Thomas Royds Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 72 from Segment 0010/Offset 0000 to Segment 0110/Offset 1330 in Cornwall Borough, Lebanon County, as the William G. Carpenter Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46159, carrying Pennsylvania Route 36 on Charger Highway, Blair Township, Blair County, as the Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 68510, carrying Pennsylvania Route 271 over Coal Pit Run in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, as the Lanzendorfer Brothers Memorial Bridge; designating the portion of State Route 1020, also known as Lawrence Road, between Springhouse Road and Parkway Avenue in Marple Township, Delaware County, as the Richard Paul Memorial Highway; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 68360, carrying State Route 2025, also known as Bristol Road, over U.S. Route 1 in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, as the PFC Robert Joseph Morris Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 67570, carrying State Route 2006, also known as New Falls Road, over the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bristol Township, Bucks County, as the PFC Hopson Covington Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 7278, carrying State Route 2043, also known as Brownsville Road, over Neshaminy Creek in Lower Southampton Township, Bucks County, as the PFC George Raymond Huntzinger Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46778, carrying State Route 3012, also known as New Baltimore Road, over Raystown Branch Juniata River in Juniata Township, Bedford County, as the Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 3937, carrying Pennsylvania Route 26 over Yellow Creek in Everett Borough, Bedford County, as the PFC James E. Williams Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45676, carrying Pennsylvania Route 26 over Bloody Run in Hopewell Township, Bedford County, as the Colonel Joseph M. Stine Memorial Bridge; and designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 50 in Mount Pleasant Township, Washington County, identified as Segment 210-220, as the Corporal Brady Clemens Paul Memorial Highway; and making related repeals.

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

Section 1.  U.S. Air Force Major James Doherty Memorial Highway.

Section 2.  Mrs. Madeline Finney Memorial Bridge.

Section 3.  CPT Raymond Harry "Bud" Hetrick Memorial Bridge.

Section 4.  Specialist Five Timothy Rice Memorial Bridge.

Section 5.  Sergeant Charles R. Learn Memorial Bridge.

Section 6.  Dr. Frank Erdman Boston Memorial Highway.

Section 7.  The PVT William L. Hadden Memorial Bridge.

Section 8.  Sergeant Richard Ivory Cullen Memorial Bridge.

Section 9.  Carl E. Keith Memorial Bridge.

Section 10.  Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway.

Section 11.  Sergeant First Class Randy McCaulley Memorial Bridge.

Section 12.  Gerald "Jerry" Confer Memorial Bridge.

Section 13.  Trooper John W. Marin Memorial Bridge.

Section 14.  Michael Dillman Memorial Bridge.

Section 15.  PFC Donald E. Hunter, USMC Memorial Bridge.

Section 16.  John "Sonny" Kuhar, Jr., Memorial Bridge.

Section 17.  Ross W. Dixon Memorial Bridge.

Section 18.  Sheriff Bob Kolar, Sr., Memorial Bridge.

Section 19.  Commissioner William E. Ames Memorial Highway.

Section 20.  Chief Vernon Moses Memorial Highway.

Section 21.  Francis and Robert Zerbee Memorial Bridge.

Section 22.  Army Sergeant Joshua James Rimer Memorial Road (Repealed).

Section 23.  Veterans of Slippery Rock Bridge.

Section 24.  Lieutenant Colonel William A. Rush III Memorial Interchange.

Section 25.  Scott F. Hirsh Memorial Interchange.

Section 26.  Chief of Police Tony M. Jordan Memorial Highway.

Section 27.  Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf Memorial Interchange.

Section 28.  CPL William Glen Imler Memorial Bridge.

Section 29.  Regis L. Stephenson Memorial Highway.

Section 30.  Joyce Maureen Steele Memorial Highway.

Section 31.  Colonel Henry Bossert Memorial Bridge.

Section 32.  Honorable Robert W. Godshall Memorial Highway.

Section 33.  Private First Class Lee David Meadows Memorial Bridge.

Section 34.  John K. Weaver Memorial Bridge.

Section 35.  Fichthorn and Marburger Memorial Bridge.

Section 36.  Glenn A. Martin Memorial Highway.

Section 37.  Westline Veterans Memorial Bridge.

Section 38.  Lieutenant Joseph O. Stevens Memorial Bridge.

Section 39.  SPC John Kulick Memorial Highway (Repealed).

Section 40.  Honorable George C. Hasay Memorial Highway.

Section 41.  Bryan T. "Chipper" Chamberlain Memorial Bridge.

Section 42.  Joseph Caviston Memorial Bridge.

Section 43.  SP4 James Wise, Jr., and PFC James Wingert USMC Memorial Bridge.

Section 44.  Trooper Michael Stewart III Memorial Bridge.

Section 45.  Corporal Cecil J. Snyder Memorial Bridge.

Section 46.  Cambria County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge (Repealed).

Section 47.  Firefighter Thomas Royds Memorial Highway.

Section 48.  William G. Carpenter Highway.

Section 49.  Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge.

Section 50.  Lanzendorfer Brothers Memorial Bridge.

Section 51.  Richard Paul Memorial Highway.

Section 52.  PFC Robert Joseph Morris Memorial Bridge.

Section 53.  PFC Hopson Covington Memorial Bridge.

Section 54.  PFC George Raymond Huntzinger Memorial Bridge.

Section 55.  Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser Memorial Bridge.

Section 56.  PFC James E. Williams Memorial Bridge (Repealed).

Section 57.  Colonel Joseph M. Stine Memorial Bridge (Repealed).

Section 58.  Corporal Brady Clemens Paul Memorial Highway.

Section 59.  Repeals.

Section 60.  Effective date.

 

 

The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby enacts as follows:

 

 

Section 1.  U.S. Air Force Major James Doherty Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  James "Jim" Doherty was born on March 2, 1925.

(2)  Major Doherty served in the United States Air Force for 14 years.

(3)  Throughout his Air Force career, Major Doherty fought in World War II and Korea and later served with the Air National Guard.

(4)  Major Doherty was dedicated to serving his community and was considered an outstanding citizen.

(5)  Major Doherty was considered a devoted family man.

(6)  Major Doherty volunteered his time and served his community as a member of the Horsham Township Council, Horsham Little League, Horsham Water and Sewer Authority, Horsham Township Parks and Recreation Board, Horsham Township Environmental Advisory Board, the Horsham Township Vacancy Board and the Montgomery County Housing Authority.

(7)  Major Doherty served on the Hatboro-Horsham School District Board of Directors for 20 years and received several awards for his service from the Pennsylvania School Boards Association.

(8)  Major Doherty was also an active member of the Horsham Lions for 10 years and the Horsham VFW for 20 years.

(9)  Major Doherty died on February 10, 2021.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of State Route 2038, also known as County Line Road, from Meetinghouse Road to Blair Mill Road in Bucks County is designated the U.S. Air Force Major James Doherty Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 2.  Mrs. Madeline Finney Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  In 1966, Mrs. Madeline "Madge" Finney decided something must be done about a small bridge, built in 1908 to span Pigeon Creek, in her town of Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, that was simply too small for what was then "modern traffic."

(2)  Mrs. Finney recognized how unsafe it was for the more than 60 children that crossed the bridge twice daily to go to and from school, including six of her own children.

(3)  Mrs. Finney spearheaded the four-year campaign to expand the bridge.

(4)  In a letter to then State Senator William J. Lane, she wrote, "I do not intend to let this Highway Department have any peace until something is done about this bridge."

(5)  Mrs. Finney also oversaw the letter-writing campaign of 95 children and numerous adults to then Governor William Scranton.

(6)  The bridge was completed in 1970.

(7)  Mrs. Finney died on July 12, 2020.

(8)  Mrs. Finney's tireless work saved the lives of countless people by fighting for the expansion of this bridge.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 35000, on that portion of State Route 2040 in Bentleyville Borough, Washington County, is designated the Mrs. Madeline Finney Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic northbound and southbound on the bridge.

Section 3.  CPT Raymond Harry "Bud" Hetrick Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Raymond Harry Hetrick was born on September 11, 1936, in Jefferson County.

(2)  CPT Hetrick enlisted in the United States Air Force.

(3)  CPT Hetrick was a pilot and attached to the 1st Air Commando Squadron, Pleiku Airbase, South Vietnam.

(4)  While serving overseas, CPT Hetrick's primary duty was flying combat missions in a Douglas Skyraider Attack Aircraft (A1-E).

(5)  CPT Hetrick was killed in action while on a bombing mission about five miles south of Sepone, Savannakhet Province, Laos, when his aircraft was struck by hostile fire, crashed and exploded.

(6)  CPT Hetrick earned several awards for his service, including Air Medal, Purple Heart, United States Aviator Badge Air Force, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Presidential Unit Citation, Vietnam Gallantry Cross and Air Force Good Conduct Medal.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19557, located on Pennsylvania Route 36 in Brookville Borough, Jefferson County, over the Redbank Creek is designated the CPT Raymond Harry "Bud" Hetrick Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 4.  Specialist Five Timothy Rice Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Specialist Five Timothy Rice left high school several months before graduation to enlist in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, later receiving his diploma during a ceremony at his alma mater, Marion Center High School.

(2)  Specialist Five Rice was a heavy equipment operator for the 984 Engine Co. in Vietnam where he was injured.

(3)  Due to his injuries, Specialist Five Rice earned two Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star and other noble military citations.

(4)  While serving two tours of duty in Vietnam, Specialist Five Rice contracted Agent Orange causing him years of pain and suffering.

(5)  Specialist Five Rice returned home after the war and continued to work as a heavy equipment operator.

(6)  With his wife, Specialist Five Rice owned and operated Rice's Cafe and Store in Purchase Line for more than 25 years.

(7)  Specialist Five Rice passed away on November 24, 2020.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19033, located on northbound State Route 119 over State Route 286 in White Township, Indiana County, is designated the Specialist Five Timothy Rice Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 5.  Sergeant Charles R. Learn Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Sergeant Charles R. Learn enlisted in the United States Army on October 24, 1940.

(2)  Sergeant Learn fought bravely during World War II.

(3)  During his service, he received the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal and three W/3 Bronze Stars.

(4)  Sergeant Learn returned from service on November 30, 1945.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 39537, located on that portion of State Route 1005 over a tributary of Crooked Creek, Rayne Township, Indiana County, is designated the Sergeant Charles R. Learn Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 6.  Dr. Frank Erdman Boston Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Frank Erdman Boston was born on March 10, 1890, in Philadelphia and later attended Lincoln University, originally established as The Ashmun Institute, the nation's first degree-granting Historically Black College and University.

(2)  Frank Boston then attended the Medico-Chirurgical College, an outgrowth of the Medico-Chirurgical Society of Philadelphia, which merged with the University of Pennsylvania Medical College and Jefferson Medical College.

(3)  Dr. Boston enlisted and was immediately given the rank of first lieutenant in the Army Medical Reserve Corps, where he served in France during World War I with the rank of captain and ended his military service as a major.

(4)  After the war, Dr. Boston returned to work in Philadelphia and later settled in Lansdale where he opened the Elm Terrace Hospital, which was later renamed North Penn Hospital and subsequently became part of the Abington-Jefferson Health Systems.

(5)  Dr. Boston also formed a First Aid Emergency Squad in Lansdale, eventually known as the Volunteer Medical Service Corps of Lansdale, and was a member of the Reserve Officers Association of Military Surgeons, the Montgomery County Medical Society and the American Medical Association.

(6)  Dr. Boston died on February 8, 1960, at 69 years of age, and was buried in Lansdale.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of State Route 2004, also known as North Broad Street, within the Borough of Lansdale and Hatfield Township, Montgomery County, is designated the Dr. Frank Erdman Boston Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 7.  The PVT William L. Hadden Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  PVT William L. Hadden, a native of East Run, gave his life in service to his country during World War II.

(2)  PVT Hadden entered the Army on September 14, 1943, and completed basic training at Ft. McClellan, Alabama.

(3)  On July 11, 1944, PVT Hadden was killed in action in Saipan at 19 years of age.

(4)  PVT Hadden was one of five brothers who served with honor in the United States military.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 57053, located over Dixon Run at the intersection of State Route 1012 to Pennsylvania Route 403 in Green Township, Indiana County, is designated the PVT William L. Hadden Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 8.  Sergeant Richard Ivory Cullen Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Sergeant Richard Ivory Cullen was born on August 25, 1947, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

(2)  In 1967, Sergeant Cullen was drafted in the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War.

(3)  Sergeant Cullen was assigned to the American Division, 1st Squadron, 1st Calvary Regiment, B Troop.

(4)  Sergeant Cullen was killed in action May 23, 1968, while dutifully serving his country in South Vietnam, Quang Tin Province.

(5)  Sergeant Cullen was awarded the Purple Heart.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36020, located on that portion Pennsylvania Route 66, known as Main Street, over the Norfolk Southern Railway, City of Greensburg, Westmoreland County, is designated the Sergeant Richard Ivory Cullen Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 9.  Carl E. Keith Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Carl E. Keith was drafted into the United States Army in 1943.

(2)  Carl E. Keith was killed in action in 1944 in Burma during World War II.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 19231, located on State Route 1014 in Green Township, Indiana County, over the abandoned Conrail Railroad is designated the Carl E. Keith Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 10.  Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Edward L. Nulton, Sr., was born on July 30, 1956, and was a resident of Beaumont, Monroe Township, Wyoming County.

(2)  Mr. Nulton was a volunteer firefighter with the Kunkle Volunteer Fire Company in Dallas Township, Luzerne County, for 10 years.

(3)  On September 21, 2018, Mr. Nulton was struck by a dump truck while directing traffic at the scene of a vehicular accident and sustained injuries.

(4)  As a result of his injuries, Mr. Nulton died on September 19, 2019.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of Pennsylvania Route 309 from the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 29 in Monroe Township, Wyoming County, to the intersection with State Route 1026 in Dallas Township, Luzerne County, is designated the Kunkle Firefighter Edward L. Nulton, Sr., Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 11.  Sergeant First Class Randy McCaulley Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Sergeant First Class Randy McCaulley enlisted in the Army after graduating from Marion Center High School in 1979 and served for four years.

(2)  In 1984, SFC McCaulley joined the Pennsylvania National Guard and was assigned to Company A, 1st Battalion, 110th Infantry based in Indiana, Pennsylvania.

(3)  Company A, which included SFC McCaulley, was mobilized in January 2005 and arrived for service in June 2005 with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team in Ramadi, about 65 miles west of Baghdad.

(4)  On March 23, 2006, SFC McCaulley was shot and killed by small arms fire while on a combat patrol with his unit in Mudiq, Iraq.

(5)  The Pennsylvania National Guard posthumously promoted SFC McCaulley from staff sergeant to sergeant first class, and he was awarded the Purple Heart.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 41272, located on Pennsylvania Route 286 over Crooked Creek in Rayne Township, Indiana County, is designated the Sergeant First Class Randy McCaulley Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 12.  Gerald "Jerry" Confer Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Gerald Confer was born on August 21, 1952, in Clearfield.

(2)  Mr. Confer attended Clearfield High School.

(3)  Mr. Confer was employed by the Department of Transportation and worked for the Systematic Technique to Analyze and Manage Pennsylvania's Pavements Program.

(4)  On September 18, 1984, Mr. Confer, along with his coworker, James Bennett, sustained critical injuries when their PennDOT vehicle was struck in the rear by a truck at Exit 16 on Interstate 80 resulting in Mr. Confer's death on September 19, 1984.

(5)  The Department of Transportation established the Memorial Bridge Project to name a bridge after a fallen worker as an acknowledgment of their service and dedication to this Commonwealth. The bridge dedications will provide a visual reminder to motorists to slow down in work zones.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45531, carrying Pennsylvania Route 879 over the West Branch Susquehanna River, Lawrence Township, Clearfield County, is designated the Gerald "Jerry" Confer Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 13.  Trooper John W. Marin Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Trooper John W. Marin was born on May 20, 1945, in Geneva to the late Lida Martin Marin and the late John Marin, Sr.

(2)  Upon graduation in 1963 from Conneaut Lake High School in Crawford County, Trooper Marin worked at the Meadville Malleable Iron Company.

(3)  On November 7, 1968, Trooper Marin dedicated his life to public safety by joining the Pennsylvania State Police.

(4)  During his career with the Pennsylvania State Police, Trooper Marin served as a sniper, patrol trooper, public information officer, liaison to the United States Marshals Service and criminal investigator.

(5)  Trooper Marin was awarded the Letter of Commendation by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as lead investigator on a three-year, multistate investigation in the 1980s.

(6)  According to William V. Conley, a former Federal, State and county prosecutor and First Deputy Attorney General, the investigation in which Trooper Marin was awarded the Letter of Commendation was one of the largest known tractor trailer theft rings in the eastern United States and involved multiple arsons, corrupt state officials, a murder conspiracy, a conspiracy to steal M-16 ammunition from an armory in Indiana and the prosecution of a corrupt sheriff in Georgia by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and culminated in a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations prosecution and conviction of the leader of this wide-ranging organization in Pittsburgh.

(7)  Trooper Marin retired from the Pennsylvania State Police in 1994.

(8)  Trooper Marin studied martial arts, earning his Black Belt in Kung Fu and Red Sash in Kuntao in 1975.

(9)  Trooper Marin was respected in Crawford County for his dedication and affinity for his community from life through death with his request that his ashes find their final resting place at Bridge Key 13321, located on State Route 3021, also known as Geneva Road, over the Conneaut Outlet, Union Township, Crawford County.

(10)  Union Township and Greenwood Township, Crawford County, as well as the Pennsylvania State Police, support the designation of Bridge Key 13321, located on State Route 3021, also known as Geneva Road, over the Conneaut Outlet, Union Township, Crawford County, as the Trooper John W. Marin Memorial Bridge.

(11)  Trooper Marin passed away peacefully with his family at his side on November 3, 2018.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 13321, located on State Route 3021, also known as Geneva Road, over the Conneaut Outlet, Union Township, Crawford County, is designated the Trooper John W. Marin Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 14.  Michael Dillman Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Michael Dillman, who worked for the Department of Transportation as an equipment operator, suddenly lost his life in a vehicle rollover accident on August 15, 2011.

(2)  Mr. Dillman was the husband of Kimberly for 27 years and father to Amanda and Alicia.

(3)  It is most befitting that the memory of Mr. Dillman be honored in a manner that captures his hard work in the construction and maintenance of our State roadways, highways and bridges and his dedication to the mission of the Department of Transportation.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 43235, located on State Route 2012, also known as the Fish and Game Road, in Mount Joy and Germany Townships, Adams County, over Alloway Creek, is designated the Michael Dillman Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 15.  PFC Donald E. Hunter, USMC Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Private First Class Donald E. Hunter was born on June 27, 1948, in South Fork.

(2)  PFC Hunter graduated basic training on August 11, 1967, and entered the United States Marine Corps.

(3)  PFC Hunter served in the Vietnam War and, at the age of 19, was killed in action on May 1, 1968, in the Quang Tri Province while assisting a wounded Marine.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8639, carrying State Route 3024, also known as Ragers Hill Road, over State Route 2006, Norfolk Southern Railroad, and the South Fork Branch Little Conemaugh River in Croyle Township, Cambria County, is designated the PFC Donald E. Hunter, USMC Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 16.  John "Sonny" Kuhar, Jr., Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  John Kuhar, Jr., was born on May 29, 1941, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Mr. Kuhar graduated from Nanty Glo-Vintondale Joint High School in 1959.

(3)  In 1960, Mr. Kuhar began to work in law enforcement while working at Nevy Brothers Store in Vintondale.

(4)  Mr. Kuhar served as a police officer in Vintondale Borough from 1960 to 1976, Nanty Glo Borough from 1976 to 1988 and Blacklick Township from 1980 until his retirement in 2013.

(5)  Mr. Kuhar served as Chief of Police in both Vintondale Borough and Blacklick Township.

(6)  In 1987, Mr. Kuhar joined the Cambria County Sheriff's Office and served honorably until his death in 2020.

(7)  During his dedicated 60-year law enforcement tenure, Mr. Kuhar received numerous awards.

(8)  Mr. Kuhar also received a Valor Award from the Volunteer Firemen's Association of Cambria County and Vicinity and the Police Officer of the Year Award from the Nanty Glo Borough Police Department.

(9)  Mr. Kuhar's Cambria County Deputy Sheriff's badge number 13 is now retired.

(10)  Mr. Kuhar was a lifelong resident of Vintondale Borough, serving as mayor and constable, while also being a lifetime member of the Vintondale Volunteer Fire Department.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8672, located on State Route 3045 in Vintondale Borough, Cambria County, over the South Branch Blacklick Creek is designated the John "Sonny" Kuhar, Jr., Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 17.  Ross W. Dixon Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Mr. Ross W. Dixon was born on October 19, 1952, in Spangler, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Mr. Dixon followed in his father's footsteps, serving as a part-time police officer with the Ebensburg Borough Police Department.

(3)  Mr. Dixon began his career with the Cambria County Sheriff's Office in 2005, working several positions throughout the Cambria County Courthouse.

(4)  Throughout Mr. Dixon's nearly 50-year career in law enforcement, he served as his father did with unconditional kindness.

(5)  Mr. Dixon was very active, well known and loved throughout the Ebensburg community.

(6)  Mr. Dixon taught karate, as well as coached baseball and track.

(7)  Mr. Dixon passed away from an on-duty exposure to COVID-19 on February 9, 2021.

(8)  At the time of his death, Deputy Ross Dixon was employed full time with the Cambria County Sheriff's Office.

(9)  Mr. Ross W. Dixon's name will be formally dedicated on the National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial Wall in Washington, DC, in May of 2022.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 45635, located on State Route 1036 in Ebensburg Borough, Cambria County, over Howells Run at Lake Rowena is designated the Ross W. Dixon Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 18.  Sheriff Bob Kolar, Sr., Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Robert "Bob" Alan Kolar, Sr., was born on February 14, 1945, in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Sheriff Kolar was a graduate of Bishop Carroll High School located in Ebensburg.

(3)  Sheriff Kolar went on to attend Mount Aloysius College and Indiana University of Pennsylvania graduating with a degree in criminology.

(4)  Following graduation, Sheriff Kolar joined the Marine Corps and served honorably for two years.

(5)  When his military service came to an end, Sheriff Kolar began his law enforcement career joining the Pennsylvania State Police in 1968.

(6)  Sheriff Kolar served as a Pennsylvania State Trooper for 25 years.

(7)  In his 25 years of service, Sheriff Kolar was assigned to various Troops across this Commonwealth, but he mainly served in Troop A based in Ebensburg and retired in 1992.

(8)  Sheriff Kolar was first elected as Cambria County Sheriff in 1998.

(9)  During his tenure, Sheriff Kolar served as a board member of the National Sheriff's Association Domestic Violence Committee, as the president of the Cambria County Prison Board for 15 years, and he was the first sheriff appointed to the Pennsylvania Commission Crime and Delinquency by the Governor in 2008.

(10)  In 2016, Sheriff Kolar entered into a partnership with the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force and, in 2017, he received recognition for removing 150 criminals off the street in the first year.

(11)  During his time in office, Sheriff Bob Kolar was chosen to provide security for United States Presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Donald Trump when the Presidents visited Cambria County.

(12)  Sheriff Kolar served as the manager for Ebensburg Little League Baseball for nine years.

(13)  Mr. Kolar was a member of many clubs and organizations and served on many committees such as the Chiefs of Police Association, Fraternal Order of Police, the Pennsylvania Sheriffs' Association, the National Sheriffs' Association, the VFW, Marine Corps League, Vietnam Veterans of America, the Moose, the Elks, the Eagles, the American Legion and the National Rifle Association.

(14)  Sheriff Kolar passed away on May 6, 2020, while still serving the people of Cambria County as sheriff.

(15)  Sheriff Kolar left behind a legacy of service and commitment to the community that will be remembered for years to come.

(16)  Sheriff Kolar had the longest tenure as sheriff in Cambria County history.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8604, located on State Route 2014, over U.S. 22, Cambria County, is designated the Sheriff Bob Kolar, Sr., Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge and under the bridge along U.S. 22.

Section 19.  Commissioner William E. Ames Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  William E. Ames was a lifelong educator as a teacher in the Derry Township School District before retiring after 30 years of service in the profession.

(2)  Commissioner Ames was a dedicated public servant, first elected as a South Londonderry Township supervisor and then as a Lebanon County commissioner for the past 10 years.

(3)  Commissioner Ames supported countless charitable organizations in the Lebanon Valley and devoted time to numerous volunteer groups and activities.

(4)  In addition to his teaching career and years in public office, Commissioner Ames was a successful business owner in the Lebanon Valley.

(5)  Commissioner Ames was deeply devoted to making Lebanon County a better place for everyone who lived there.

(b)  Designation.--The section of Pennsylvania Route 322 from the intersection with County Line Lane to the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 117 through Campbelltown in South Londonderry Township, Lebanon County, is designated the Commissioner William E. Ames Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 20.  Chief Vernon Moses Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  The 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Ross Township Police Department, in Allegheny County, occurs in 2022, and Ross Township wishes to memorialize the sacrifice and service of the department's former chief of police, Vernon Moses.

(2)  Chief Vernon Moses served as a police officer for 12 years and was the first police chief of the Ross Township Police Department.

(3)  On May 3, 1932, Chief Moses lost his life in the line of duty from gun violence that was pervasive in the community during the Prohibition Era.

(4)  Chief Moses is the only Ross Township police officer to have been killed in the line of duty during the department's 100-year history.

(5)  The story of Chief Moses's death has been passed down through the generations, including by his surviving grandson, and will continue to shape the course of the Ross Township Police Department into the future.

(6)  The community wishes to honor Chief Moses's legacy by designating in his name the area where he gave the ultimate sacrifice and to recognize his life and service protecting Ross Township.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of U.S. Route 19 between Ivory Avenue and Cemetery Lane in Ross Township, Allegheny County, is designated the Chief Vernon Moses Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 21.  Francis and Robert Zerbee Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Mr. Francis Zerbee was born on September 21, 1923, in Cambria County.

(2)  Private First Class Francis Zerbee served in the United States Army.

(3)  During World War II, Private First Class Francis Zerbee served in the 318th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division in Saint Lo, France.

(4)  Private First Class Francis Zerbee was fatally wounded on November 26, 1944.

(5)  Private First Class Francis Zerbee received a Purple Heart for his service to the nation.

(6)  Mr. Robert Zerbee was born on November 11, 1918, in Chest Springs, Cambria County.

(7)  Corporal Robert Zerbee served in the United States Army.

(8)  During World War II, Corporal Robert Zerbee served in the Tank Battalion in Anzio Beachhead, Italy.

(9)  Corporal Robert Zerbee was fatally wounded on May 24, 1944.

(10)  Private First Class Francis Zerbee and Corporal Robert Zerbee were the sons of Mr. and Mrs. John Zerbee of Patton.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge identified as Bridge Key 8360, located on Pennsylvania Route 36 over Clearfield Creek, Ashville Borough, Cambria County, is designated the Francis and Robert Zerbee Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 22.  Army Sergeant Joshua James Rimer Memorial Road (22 repealed July 11, 2022, P.L.725, No.62).

Section 23.  Veterans of Slippery Rock Bridge.

(a)  Designation.--The bridge identified as Bridge Key 7890 on that portion of Pennsylvania Route 108 in Worth Township, Butler County, spanning Interstate 79 is designated the Veterans of Slippery Rock Bridge.

(b)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 24.  Lieutenant Colonel William A. Rush III Memorial Interchange.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Lieutenant Colonel William Alexander Rush III, born on September 14, 1946, in Kittanning, was a man devoted to God and country.

(2)  Lieutenant Colonel Rush's uncle, Orville Dawson, was one of the first members of the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), which was founded in 1943 during World War II. OSS was the predecessor to the Central Intelligence Agency.

(3)  Lieutenant Colonel Rush joined the United States Marine Corps and became a pilot after graduating from flight school in Pensacola, Florida.

(4)  In September 1971, then Lieutenant Rush was sent to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Ginowan, Okinawa, Japan, and went on to serve from January 1972 through February 1972 in Vietnam, where he survived being shot down three times. Due to the confidential nature of his assignments, the time he spent serving his country in Vietnam was kept secret for 46 years.

(5)  As a young Marine officer, Lieutenant Rush was often called on to perform duties that were of a classified nature by the intelligence community.

(6)  After leaving the United States Marine Corps in 1975, then Captain Rush attended seminary school in Gettysburg. Captain Rush later joined the United States Air Force, serving active duty and in the reserves, where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel as a chaplain.

(7)  In the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, Lieutenant Colonel Rush again volunteered to serve his country and went on active duty. He was assigned to Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida, where he served as senior chaplain of the 1st Air Force. Much like his previous service, Lieutenant Colonel Rush had access to confidential material and sat in on all security briefings. As a result, Lieutenant Colonel Rush was not permitted to communicate with his family.

(8)  Lieutenant Colonel Rush was a direct blood descendent of Dr. Benjamin Rush, a Founding Father of the United States of America and signer of the Declaration of Independence.

(9)  Lieutenant Colonel Rush passed away March 2, 2021, at home in Indiana, Pennsylvania.

(10)  Lieutenant Colonel William Alexander Rush III's service to his country, much of which remains a secret due to the confidential nature of his service, deserves to be recognized.

(b)  Designation.--The interchange of U.S. Route 119 with U.S. Route 422 in White Township, Indiana County, is designated the Lieutenant Colonel William A. Rush III Memorial Interchange.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the interchange to traffic in both directions on the interchange.

Section 25.  Scott F. Hirsh Memorial Interchange.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Scott F. Hirsh was born on in Pittsburgh on July 24, 1962, and was a resident of Whitehall Borough, Allegheny County.

(2)  He was a cardiac care nurse at Jefferson Regional Medical Center where he was loved and respected by everyone with whom he interacted.

(3)  On October 5, 2017, Scott Hirsh was traveling northbound on I-279 in Ohio Township, Allegheny County, when he experienced issues with a camper his vehicle was towing.

(4)  As he was changing the tire on the camper, a distracted driver swerved from the far-left lane, across all travel lanes, and fatally struck him.

(5)  Despite pulling off as far into the shoulder as possible and correctly and adequately displaying safety markings (i.e. blinkers, road flares, caution signs), Scott Hirsh did not make it home alive to his family that night.

(b)  Designation.--The interchange located on I-279 at Camp Horne Road in Ohio Township, Allegheny County, is designated the Scott F. Hirsh Memorial Interchange.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the interchange to traffic in both directions on the interchange.

Section 26.  Chief of Police Tony M. Jordan Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Chief of Police Tony M. Jordan was born on November 15, 1960, in Lewistown, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Chief Jordan graduated from Middleburg High School in 1978 and graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Municipal Academy in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

(3)  Chief Jordan joined the Middleburg Police Department in March 1980 and was appointed as the Middleburg Police Chief of Police in August 1992.

(4)  Chief Jordan established Jordan's PA K-9 Academy in 1981 and operated the organization until his passing.

(5)  Chief Jordan died on January 13, 2021, as a result of COVID-19.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of Pennsylvania Route 104 from the southern border of the Borough of Middleburg to the northern border of the Borough of Middleburg, Snyder County, is designated the Chief of Police Tony M. Jordan Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 27.  Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf Memorial Interchange.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Born on October 4, 1939, Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf was raised in Willow Grove and was a lifelong resident of Upper Moreland Township.

(2)  Senator Greenleaf was a graduate of Upper Moreland High School, the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Toledo School of Law.

(3)  Senator Greenleaf served in the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office, where he rose to Chief of the Appeals Unit, and was elected Chair of the Upper Moreland Board of Commissioners.

(4)  In 1976, Senator Greenleaf was elected to a seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to serve the 152nd District.

(5)  In 1978, Senator Greenleaf was first elected to the Pennsylvania Senate and ultimately served for 10 terms over the next 40 years until his retirement in 2018.

(6)  Labeled a "Giant of the Legislature," Senator Greenleaf sponsored 161 bills that were signed into law and cosponsored 327 other bills.

(7)  Senator Greenleaf served on the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senate Banking and Insurance Committee, Senate Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee and the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee.

(8)  Senator Greenleaf's most significant impact on public policy in Pennsylvania emanated from his long-time chairmanship of the Senate Judiciary Committee, where he sponsored provisions to allow child crime victims to testify via closed-circuit television, Pennsylvania's Clean Indoor Air Act and Pennsylvania's Megan's Law.

(9)  Senator Greenleaf was a passionate champion of criminal justice reforms in Pennsylvania long before such policies gained widespread public notice and support.

(10)  Senator Greenleaf leaves a legacy as an advocate for child victims and a champion of consumer protection.

(11)  Outside of his Senate career, Senator Greenleaf's leadership and dedication to improving our community and Commonwealth are unparalleled.

(12)  Few elected officials have had the legislative impact that Senator Greenleaf has manifested across our Commonwealth and his work, integrity and devotion to duty make this honor appropriate.

(13)  On February 9, 2021, Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf passed away at the age of 81.

(b)  Designation.--The interchange of Interstate 276, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with Pennsylvania Route 611, also known as Exit 343, and the Willow Grove Interchange, in Upper Moreland Township, Montgomery County, is designated the Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf Memorial Interchange.

(c)  Signs.--The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the interchange to traffic in both directions on the interchange.

Section 28.  CPL William Glen Imler Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  CPL Imler was born in Imlertown on November 26, 1915.

(2)  CPL Imler graduated from Bedford High School in 1935.

(3)  CPL Imler worked as a mason with his father until he was inducted into the United States Army on September 23, 1941.

(4)  CPL Imler completed basic training at Camp Wheeler, Georgia, and from there was sent to Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri.

(5)  In September 1943, CPL Imler was sent to the Hawaiian Islands and in February 1944 landed in New Guinea.

(6)  On June 2, 1944, CPL Imler was killed in action in New Guinea at 29 years of age.

(7)  CPL Imler was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart, World War II Victory Medal and the Honorable Service Lapel Pin.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 4142, carrying State Route 1001 over the Dunning Creek in the Borough of Bedford, Bedford County, is designated the CPL William Glen Imler Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 29.  Regis L. Stephenson Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  On January 8, 1951, Regis L. Stephenson was born in Duquesne, Allegheny County.

(2)  Mr. Stephenson was a graduate of Duquesne High School, received his bachelor's degree in special education from California University of Pennsylvania and received his master's degree in education from Duquesne University.

(3)  Mr. Stephenson taught special education in the Pittsburgh Public School system for 32 years until his retirement.

(4)  For 20 years, Mr. Stephenson served on the West Mifflin Borough Council and was serving as council president at the time of his passing.

(5)  In 1986, Mr. Stephenson began a six-year tenure on the West Mifflin School Board.

(6)  Additionally, Mr. Stephenson started the Pittsburgh area's first troop for Boy Scouts with a disability and served as a West Penn basketball official for 26 years.

(7)  On May 15, 2012, Mr. Stephenson passed away at the age of 61.

(b)  Designation.--The section of State Route 2044, also known as Brierly Lane, between Homestead-Duquesne Road and Interboro Avenue in West Mifflin Borough, Allegheny County, is designated the Regis L. Stephenson Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 30.  Joyce Maureen Steele Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Joyce Maureen Steele was born on December 25, 1935.

(2)  Ms. Steele was a utility infielder/outfielder who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.

(3)  Ms. Steele was a member of the Kalamazoo Lassies Club during its 1953 season, while playing briefly at first base and outfield.

(4)  Ms. Steele died on April 21, 2019.

(b)  Designation.--The entire length of State Route 4010 in North Branch Township, Wyoming County, is designated the Joyce Maureen Steele Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 31.  Colonel Henry Bossert Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Colonel Henry Bossert was born on January 15, 1825, in Northampton County.

(2)  Colonel Bossert attended Lafayette College in Easton.

(3)  During the Civil War, Colonel Bossert commanded the 11th PA Infantry Regiment, the 137th PA Infantry Regiment, the 1st Brigade, 2nd Division, 6th Army Corps of the Army of the Potomac and the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, 1st Army Corps of the Army of the Potomac.

(4)  Colonel Bossert engaged in battle at Fredericksburg and Antietam during the Maryland Campaign.

(5)  Colonel Bossert's calmness and bravery at the Battle of Antietam in the face of harsh combat and adversity was critical to the Union's strategic victory on that day.

(6)  Colonel Bossert died on January 23, 1892, in Westport.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 12165, carrying Pennsylvania Route 150 over the Bald Eagle Creek, in Bald Eagle Township, Clinton County, is designated the Colonel Henry Bossert Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 32.  Honorable Robert W. Godshall Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Robert W. Godshall was born on May 15, 1933, in Souderton, Montgomery County, and lived on the same farm for his entire life.

(2)  Mr. Godshall graduated from Souderton High School in 1951 and from Juniata College in 1955 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration.

(3)  Mr. Godshall later attended graduate school at The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania until called home to help run the family's poultry farm due to his father's poor health.

(4)  Mr. Godshall became and continued on as president of Godshall's Hatchery until 1990.

(5)  In 1962, Mr. Godshall began a 32-year tenure as a Republican committeeman serving as area leader from 1970 until his death.

(6)  In 1963, Mr. Godshall was elected to the Souderton Area School Board and served until 1980.

(7)  Mr. Godshall also served as the Montgomery County Open Space director from 1975 to 1979, and as Montgomery County controller from 1980 to 1983 where he oversaw the county's pension fund.

(8)  In 1982, Mr. Godshall was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives where he served the 53rd Legislative District for 36 years until his retirement in 2018.

(9)  Of Mr. Godshall's many accomplishments, several stood out as points of pride for him, including the construction of the Point Pleasant Pumping Station, the development of the National Constitution Center where he served on the board of directors for 12 years and several legislation successes, including the 2017 enactment of his Right-to-Try legislation, legislation phasing in electric rate increases after rate caps were lifted, protecting those on fixed incomes and his work on medical malpractice regulations.

(10)  In 2011, Mr. Godshall received the American Hero Award from the National Kidney Registry for his groundbreaking legislation behalf of organ donors.

(11)  On November 24, 2019, Robert Godshall passed away at the age of 86.

(b)  Designation.--The section of Pennsylvania Route 113 from its intersection with Schoolhouse Road, in Franconia Township, Montgomery County, and State Route 4027, also known as County Line Road, in Souderton Borough, Montgomery County, is designated the Honorable Robert W. Godshall Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 33.  Private First Class Lee David Meadows Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Private First Class Lee David Meadows was born on October 1, 1951, in Johnstown.

(2)  PFC Meadows graduated from Ferndale High School in 1969, where he was a talented and active musician in the school's band and known for his skills playing the tuba.

(3)  After graduation, PFC Meadows served in the Army's 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry, 1st Aviation Brigade, as an observation/scout helicopter repairer.

(4)  At the young age of 18, PFC Meadows was killed in the line of duty when his helicopter was shot down in the Quang Tri Providence of South Vietnam on September 15, 1970.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 8517, carrying Pennsylvania Route 403 over the Stonycreek River in Ferndale Borough, Cambria County, is designated the Private First Class Lee David Meadows Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 34.  John K. Weaver Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  John K. Weaver was born on June 24, 1951, in Denver, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Mr. Weaver was the husband of Yvonne Weaver for 45 years, and the couple shared three sons and four grandchildren.

(3)  Mr. Weaver was the owner and operator of Weaver Industries and served as president for over 30 years.

(4)  Weaver Industries was started by John's father, Harold S. Weaver, in 1954 and provides 76 jobs within the local community.

(5)  Mr. Weaver was a lifetime member of the Denver Fire Department where he served for over 50 years.

(6)  Mr. Weaver passed away on January 25, 2019.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 56645, carrying State Route 1045, also known as South 4th Street, over Cocalico Creek in the Borough of Denver, Lancaster County, is designated the John K. Weaver Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 35.  Fichthorn and Marburger Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Samuel E. Fichthorn, Daniel E. Fichthorn and Ambrose Marburger were the founders of the F&M Hat Company.

(2)  In 1912, the F&M Hat Company was incorporated in Denver, Pennsylvania.

(3)  The F&M Hat Company was a pioneer in harnessing steam power for wool felt hat manufacturing.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 21481, carrying State Route 1051, also known as Main Street, over Little Cocalico Creek in the Borough of Denver, Lancaster County, is designated the Fichthorn and Marburger Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 36.  Glenn A. Martin Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Glenn A. Martin was born on June 4, 1942, in Harrisburg and was a graduate of John Harris High School.

(2)  In August 1961, Mr. Martin enlisted in the United States Army and became a military policeman.

(3)  After acceptance into the Pennsylvania State Police, Mr. Martin transferred his military service to the Army National Guard and then to the Air National Guard.

(4)  Mr. Martin retired from the 193rd Security Forces Squadron of the Pennsylvania Air National Guard as a master sergeant in 1993.

(5)  In 1964, Mr. Martin became a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper working most of his career in the Troop H Harrisburg, Criminal Investigation Unit.

(6)  During his 27 years of service, Mr. Martin helped solve countless murders, including cracking the famous "Susan Reinert" case in 1979.

(7)  During his tenure, Mr. Martin also served as a firearms instructor and as an assistant fire marshal.

(8)  After 27 years of service, Mr. Martin retired from the Pennsylvania State Police in January 1992.

(9)  Mr. Martin passed away from brain cancer on January 29, 2021, after a lifetime as a civil servant.

(10)  Mr. Martin left an unimpeachable positive impact on the world.

(b)  Designation.--The section of State Route 2019, known as Nyes Road, from the intersection of Derry Street to the intersection of Union Deposit, in Swatara and Lower Paxton Townships, Dauphin County, is designated the Glenn A. Martin Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 37.  Westline Veterans Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  The Commonwealth and this nation are indebted to the veterans of Westline for their bravery, heroism and sacrifices in protecting freedom and liberty both at home and abroad.

(2)  It is with the highest level of gratitude and respect that the community of Westline request this designation to honor the past, present and future veterans of Westline.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 25507, on that portion of State Route 3006 over the Kinzua Creek in the census-designated place of Westline, Lafayette Township, McKean County, is designated the Westline Veterans Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 38.  Lieutenant Joseph O. Stevens Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Joseph O. Stevens was born on July 14, 1922, in Orbisonia Borough, Huntingdon County.

(2)  As a lieutenant, he was a pilot in the 9th U.S. Army Air Corps, 387th Bomb Group, 559th Squadron, and served in the Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe where he was awarded the Silver Star and an Air Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters.

(3)  He was a member of Madden-Winnick Post 518 American Legion, Orbisonia, and the Blue Juniata VFW Post 5754, Mount Union.

(4)  Lt. Stevens graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1952 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) and practiced as a dentist in Orbisonia for 50 years until his retirement.

(5)  Lt. Stevens was a former Boy Scout leader, was active in the Southern Huntingdon County High School Booster Club and was instrumental in the establishment of the Huntingdon County Vo-Tech School, now the Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center.

(6)  Lt. Joseph O. Stevens died on January 26, 2020, at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge on that portion of State Route 994 over the Blacklog Creek, Cromwell Township, Huntingdon County, is designated the Lieutenant Joseph O. Stevens Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 39.  SPC John Kulick Memorial Highway. (39 repealed Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.2028, No.140)

Section 40.  Honorable George C. Hasay Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  George C. Hasay was born on February 7, 1948.

(2)  Mr. Hasay was a 1966 graduate of Northwest Area High School.

(3)  After graduating from high school, Mr. Hasay attended the Wilkes-Barre Business College and Husson College in Bangor, Maine.

(4)  At the age of seven, Mr. Hasay started washing cars for his father's Chevrolet dealership, the former Hasay Chevrolet.

(5)  Mr. Hasay worked for the family business as a car salesman before becoming elected to serve in the House of Representatives in 1972 at the age of 23.

(6)  At the time of Mr. Hasay's election, he became the youngest member of the House of Representatives and then became the longest-serving member, 34 years, before retiring in 2006.

(7)  As a legislator, Mr. Hasay dedicated his time working on the Conservation Committee, Commerce Committee and Rules Committee.

(8)  In retirement, Mr. Hasay continued his civic duty of serving others through volunteering as a member of the AACA Museum, board of directors of the Northern Columbia County Community and Cultural Center, Sylvania Lodge No. 354 and the Chimney Stack Rod and Hunting Club.

(9)  Mr. Hasay passed away on February 8, 2021, at the age of 73 years old.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of U.S. Route 11, also known as Main Street, from Segment 200, Offset 0000 to the intersection with Oak Street in Shickshinny Borough, Luzerne County, is designated the Honorable George C. Hasay Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 41.  Bryan T. "Chipper" Chamberlain Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Bryan T. Chamberlain was born on December 28, 1987.

(2)  Mr. Chamberlain was a 2006 graduate of Claysburg-Kimmmel High School.

(3)  Mr. Chamberlain was an equipment operator at PennDOT for five years and was previously employed at New Enterprise Stone and Lime Company.

(4)  In his spare time, Mr. Chamberlain enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowfishing and working on his family's farm.

(5)  Mr. Chamberlain passed away on August 30, 2018, as a result of injuries from a work-related accident.

(6)  The Commonwealth is indebted to Mr. Chamberlain and all employees who work to make Pennsylvania roadways safer.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 5786, carrying State Route 3013, known as Dunnings Highway, over South Poplar Run, in Greenfield Township, Blair County, is designated the Bryan T. "Chipper" Chamberlain Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 42.  Joseph Caviston Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Joseph Caviston was born in Carbondale to John and Helen Caviston and was a graduate of St. Rose of Lima High School, Carbondale.

(2)  Joseph Caviston served as an employee of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

(3)  On October 8, 1974, the rear of Joseph Caviston's truck was hit by a vehicle while he was directing traffic to the passing lane to protect other workers stationed on the berm along Interstate 81 in Greenfield Township, Lackawanna County, causing both vehicles to turn over.

(4)  As a result of the injuries he sustained in this collision, Joseph Caviston went into a coma and passed away six months later on April 18, 1975, at the age of 35.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 20703, on State Route 1039, also known as Meredith Street, over Gordan Avenue and Lackawanna Avenue in Carbondale Township, Lackawanna County, is designated the Joseph Caviston Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 43.  SP4 James Wise, Jr., and PFC James Wingert USMC Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  SP4 James Wise, Jr., and PFC James Wingert, who grew up together as next-door neighbors in Big Run, Jefferson County, gave their lives in service to their country during the Vietnam War.

(2)  SP4 James Wise, Jr., served with the United States Army, 3rd Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Division.

(3)  PFC Wingert served with the United States Marine Corps, E Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division.

(4)  On February 6, 1968, SP4 Wise was killed in action in Kontum, South Vietnam.

(5)  On August 23, 1969, PFC Wingert was killed in action in Quang Nam, South Vietnam.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified by Bridge Key 19699, on that portion of State Route 2003 over Mahoning Creek in Big Run Borough, Jefferson County, is designated the SP4 James Wise, Jr., and PFC James Wingert USMC Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 44.  Trooper Michael Stewart III Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Michael Stewart III was born on July 22, 1990, in Latrobe, PA.

(2)  Trooper Stewart graduated from Greater Latrobe Senior High School in 2008 and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2012.

(3)  Trooper Stewart graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy, Class 138, and served as a trooper with the Chambersburg and Greensburg barracks.

(4)  Trooper Michael Stewart III died on July 14, 2017, in the line of duty.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 36313, carrying Pennsylvania Route 981, also known as Lloyd Avenue, over Loyalhanna Creek in Latrobe, Westmoreland County, is designated the Trooper Michael Stewart III Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 45.  Corporal Cecil J. Snyder Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Cpl. Cecil J. Snyder was born in Lyleville outside of Coalport, Clearfield County.

(2)  In May 1939, Cpl. Snyder enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps where he received specialized training as a technician.

(3)  At the outbreak of World War II, Cpl. Snyder served in the Pacific Theater, defending the Philippine Islands.

(4)  Cpl. Snyder and many of his fellow soldiers were taken prisoner by the Japanese when their base was captured.

(5)  Cpl. Snyder was taken to Palawan Prison Camp where he and other prisoners were forced to work as slave labor building an airfield for the Japanese.

(6)  On December 14, 1944, fearing the capture of the island by the advancing Allies, the Japanese High Command ordered all the prisoners to be killed.

(7)  Cpl. Snyder and 144 soldiers were killed in what is now known as the Palawan Massacre.

(8)  Cpl. Snyder's remains were repatriated to the United States and interred at the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri, in February 1952.

(9)  Cpl. Snyder is also memorialized at his family plot in Lyleville Cemetery.

(10)  Cpl. Snyder received many commendations for his service, including the Purple Heart, World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal, Army Presidential Unit Citation, Army Good Conduct Medal and the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 11802, carrying State Route 3008 over Clearfield Creek, Beccaria Township, Clearfield County, is designated the Corporal Cecil J. Snyder Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 46.  Cambria County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge. (46 repealed Nov. 3, 2022, P.L.2028, No.140)

Section 47.  Firefighter Thomas Royds Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  A career firefighter, Thomas Royds was born on October 7, 1972, in Philadelphia.

(2)  Mr. Royds grew up in Belmont Hills where he graduated from Harriton High School and earned his associate's degree from Delaware Community College.

(3)  In 1988, Mr. Royds started his firefighting career as a volunteer with the Union Fire Association of Lower Merion and the Belmont Hills Fire Company, following in both his father's and grandfather's footsteps.

(4)  In 2014, Mr. Royds joined the Clifton Heights Fire Company as a volunteer firefighter where he held various leadership positions over the last five years, most recently holding the rank of captain.

(5)  Mr. Royds was a proud member of the Lower Merion Professional Firefighters Association International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2844, and served with the Lower Merion Fire Department.

(6)  In 2019, after over 30 years of service, Mr. Royds was brought on as a full-time career firefighter at the Union Fire Association of Lower Merion, where he had previously earned the rank of Captain as a volunteer, and served as the Company's career Lieutenant. Mr. Royds also served as a career firefighter/driver with the Belmont Hills Fire Company.

(7)  At one point or another during his career, Mr. Royds held every board position for the Union Fire Association of Lower Merion's Active Members Club.

(8)  On July 24, 2021, Firefighter Thomas Royds was struck and killed by a motorist while responding with the Belmont Hills Fire Company to an accident on the Schuylkill Expressway at the age of 48.

(9)  On July 27, 2021, the Governor ordered the Commonwealth flag on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings and grounds in Montgomery County to fly at half-staff in honor of Firefighter Thomas Royds.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of Interstate 76, also known as the Schuylkill Expressway, from mile marker 334.5 to mile marker 335.5 in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, is designated the Firefighter Thomas Royds Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 48.  William G. Carpenter Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  William G. Carpenter was born on January 28, 1946, in Lebanon County.

(2)  Mr. Carpenter graduated from Cornwall High School in 1964.

(3)  Mr. Carpenter distinguished himself as an honorable veteran with notable military accomplishments, having served as a Private First Class E-3 soldier in the United States Army HHC, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry, from March 15, 1966, to March 14, 1968.

(4)  Mr. Carpenter was a recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Purple Heart Award, an Overseas Service Bar and the Silver Star Medal.

(5)  Throughout Mr. Carpenter's life, he has achieved many significant accomplishments in his community, including his service as a Lebanon County Commissioner for 24 years and as a member of the Cornwall Borough Council for 16 years.

(6)  Mr. Carpenter was nominated as "Man of the Year" by Mt. Gretna Rotary in 1981 and was a recipient of the "Service to Mankind Award" by Hershey/Palmyra Sertoma in 2000.

(7)  In 2002, Mr. Carpenter was nominated as a Torch Bearer at the International Olympic Games.

(b)  Designation.--The section of Pennsylvania Route 72 from Segment 0010/Offset 0000 to Segment 0110/Offset 1330 in Cornwall Borough, Lebanon County, is designated the William G. Carpenter Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 49.  Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Corporal Ralph Hammel was born on May 8, 1947, in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania.

(2)  Prior to enlisting in the United States Marine Corps, Cpl. Hammel attended Hollidaysburg Area High School.

(3)  Cpl. Hammel served as part of the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Division.

(4)  On March 7, 1968, Cpl. Hammel died as a result of wounds sustained in combat from enemy mortar fire in the Quan Tri Province of South Vietnam.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46159, carrying Pennsylvania Route 36 on Charger Highway, Blair Township, Blair County, is designated the Corporal Ralph Hammel Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 50.  Lanzendorfer Brothers Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  The Lanzendorfer family settled in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, and raised eight sons, Wilfred John, Francis Henry, Robert Andrew, Paul Eugene, George Russell, Thomas William, Richard Arthur and Dawn Edward.

(2)  The Lanzendorfer brothers distinguished themselves as honorable veterans, all eight of them having served in the United States military.

(3)  The eldest son, Wilfred John Lanzendorfer, entered the United States Marine Corps in 1939, and the youngest son, Dawn Edward Lanzendorfer, entered the United States military after his high school graduation.

(4)  Four of the Lanzendorfer brothers served in the United States military during World War II, two brothers served in the Korean War and the other two brothers served in the United States military during peacetime.

(5)  Throughout their lives, the Lanzendorfer brothers had many significant accomplishments in their community, including the following:

(i)  Wilfred Lanzendorfer served as a tax collector for many years.

(ii)  George Lanzendorfer served as a police chief of Blacklick Township.

(iii)  Robert Lanzendorfer was postmaster of Twin Rocks for 41 years.

(iv)  Additionally, George Lanzendorfer and his sons were involved in the coal and trucking industries.

(6)  Seven of the eight Lanzendorfer brothers remained in Twin Rocks, Cambria County, and one of the brothers moved five miles away to Mundys Corner, Cambria County.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 68510, carrying Pennsylvania Route 271 over Coal Pit Run in Blacklick Township, Cambria County, is designated the Lanzendorfer Brothers Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 51.  Richard Paul Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Allen Richard Paul was a graduate of Marple Newtown Senior High and a resident of Marple Township, Delaware County, for 65 years.

(2)  Mr. Paul served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

(3)  Mr. Paul was involved with local historic preservation efforts for 27 years, having served as Chairman of the Delaware County Heritage Commission, as President and then Treasurer of the Delaware County Historical Society and as Property Director and Vice President to the 1696 Thomas Massey House.

(4)  Mr. Paul worked to gain funding for cleaning and preserving cemeteries that have long since been overgrown, most recently working with the African-American community to help clean up and recognize the Hayti Cemetery with a marker on the National Historic Register.

(5)  Mr. Paul worked with State representatives to pass House Resolution No. 278 of 2019 designating May 4, 2019, as "Forgotten Cemetery Day" in Pennsylvania.

(6)  Mr. Paul also worked diligently to found the Susan Lucas Scholarship Fund.

(7)  An active member of the community, Mr. Paul also served as the Vice President of the Marple Little League from 1980 through 1981 and as the Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 151 at the Marple Presbyterian Church from 1983 through 1988.

(8)  Mr. Paul passed away on December 29, 2020, at the age of 77.

(b)  Designation.--The portion of State Route 1020, also known as Lawrence Road, between Springhouse Road and Parkway Avenue in Marple Township, Delaware County, is designated the Richard Paul Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 52.  PFC Robert Joseph Morris Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Private First Class Robert Joseph Morris was born on December 27, 1947.

(2)  PFC Morris enlisted in the United States Army in February 1965 and took basic training at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina.

(3)  PFC Morris served with the 25th Infantry Division in the Vietnam War and, at the age of 19, was killed in action July 3, 1966, in the Gia Dinh Province.

(4)  PFC Morris was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star for Valor.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 68360, carrying State Route 2025, also known as Bristol Road, over U.S. Route 1 in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, is designated the PFC Robert Joseph Morris Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 53.  PFC Hopson Covington Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Private First Class Hopson Covington was born on October 20, 1943.

(2)  PFC Covington was drafted into the United States Army and began his tour in Vietnam on August 21, 1967, with the 25th Infantry Division.

(3)  PFC Covington was killed in action December 29, 1967, in Tay Ninh Province.

(4)  PFC Covington was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star for Valor.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 67570, carrying State Route 2006, also known as New Falls Road, over the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bristol Township, Bucks County, is designated the PFC Hopson Covington Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 54.  PFC George Raymond Huntzinger Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Private First Class George Raymond Huntzinger was born on July 5, 1945.

(2)  PFC Huntzinger graduated from Neshaminy High School in 1968.

(3)  PFC Huntzinger served in the United States Army and began his tour in Vietnam on September 11, 1969, serving with the 198th Light Infantry Brigade.

(4)  PFC Huntzinger was killed in action in Quang Ngai Province on October 29, 1969.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 7278, carrying State Route 2043, also known as Brownsville Road, over Neshaminy Creek in Lower Southampton Township, Bucks County, is designated the PFC George Raymond Huntzinger Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 55.  Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser Memorial Bridge.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was a native of Manns Choice.

(2)  Army Specialist Four Grasser was killed in action August 30, 1968.

(b)  Designation.--The bridge, identified as Bridge Key 46778, carrying State Route 3012, also known as New Baltimore Road, over Raystown Branch Juniata River in Juniata Township, Bedford County, is designated the Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser Memorial Bridge.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the bridge to traffic in both directions on the bridge.

Section 56.  PFC James E. Williams Memorial Bridge (56 repealed July 11, 2022, P.L.725, No.62).

Section 57.  Colonel Joseph M. Stine Memorial Bridge (57 repealed July 11, 2022, P.L.725, No.62).

Section 58.  Corporal Brady Clemens Paul Memorial Highway.

(a)  Findings.--The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1)  Corporal Brady Clemens Paul was born on November 7, 1904, in Hickory, Pennsylvania.

(2)  On January 7, 1926, when Corporal Paul was 22 years of age, he enlisted with the State Highway Patrol.

(3)  On December 27, 1929, at 11:50 a.m., Corporal Paul and Patrolman Ernest Moore set up a roadblock on Butler Highway, three miles east of New Castle, to stop a motor vehicle.

(4)  When Corporal Paul asked the driver to step out of the vehicle, a passenger came around the side of the vehicle and opened fire on the officers.

(5)  Corporal Paul's dying words were "Tell the boys I did my duty, I did my best."

(6)  Corporal Paul was pronounced dead on arrival at Jameson Memorial Hospital in New Castle.

(7)  Nineteen days later, the escapees were apprehended after a shoot-out with a sheriff's posse in Arizona and were extradited to this Commonwealth where they were tried, sentenced and executed for murder.

(b)  Designation.--The section of Pennsylvania Route 50 in Mount Pleasant Township, Washington County, identified as Segment 210-220, is designated the Corporal Brady Clemens Paul Memorial Highway.

(c)  Signs.--The Department of Transportation shall erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the name of the highway to traffic in both directions on the highway.

Section 59.  Repeals.

Repeals are as follows:

(1)  The General Assembly declares that the repeal under paragraph (2) is necessary to effectuate the designation under section 56 of this act.

(2)  The act of November 17, 2021 (P.L.434, No.86), is repealed.

(3)  The General Assembly declares that the repeal under paragraph (4) is necessary to effectuate the designation under section 57 of this act.

(4)  The act of February 3, 2022 (P.L.21, No.5), is repealed.

(5)  The General Assembly declares that the repeal under paragraph (6) is necessary to effectuate the designation under section 58 of this act.

(6)  Section 3 of the act of July 1, 2020 (P.L.536, No.45), is repealed.

Section 60.  Effective date.

This act shall take effect in 60 days.

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