Senate Bill No. 173 Summary

• Authorizes the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to erect uniform roadside memorials for victims of fatal traffic accidents involving intoxicated drivers on state highways.

• Requires immediate family members requesting a memorial to pay all associated costs unless covered by gifts or grants.

• Establishes that uniform roadside memorials higher than ground level may remain in place for no longer than one year.

• Empowers INDOT to adopt rules governing the application process, size, design, construction, placement, and payment for memorials while prioritizing safety of drivers, pedestrians, and department employees.

• Requires local governmental units erecting similar memorials on local roads to conform to INDOT's standards and specifications.