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AL HJR71
Joint Resolution
Status
2/27/2014
Primary Sponsor
Dickie Drake
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AI Summary
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Designates a portion of Interstate 459 in Jefferson County near Liberty Park as the George Watson, Charles Thomas, Matthew Leonard Medal of Honor Memorial Parkway.
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The designated section extends from the west boundary of I-459 at U.S. Highway 280 to the east boundary of I-459 at I-20.
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Commemorates the service of Medal of Honor recipients George Watson, Charles Thomas, and Matthew Leonard, all African-American recipients.
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Requests appropriate officials to place and maintain markers designating the roadway with signage approved by the Department of Transportation.
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Adopted by the House on February 12, 2014 and by the Senate on February 27, 2014.
Legislative Description
George Watson, Charles Thomas, Matthew Leonard Medal of Honor Memorial Parkway, the portion of I-459 in Jefferson Co. near Liberty Park from the west boundary of I-459 at U.S. Highway 280 to the east boundary of I-459 at I-20, named
Resolutions, Legislative
Last Action
Delivered to Governor at 1:19 p.m. on February 27, 2014.
2/27/2014