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SJR 105

A JOINT RESOLUTION designating the Gary Lee Egelston Memorial Highway in Menifee County.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Elkins

Designate a US 460 segment in Menifee County as the Gary Lee Egelston Memorial Highway and install commemorative signage.

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Bill Summary · SJR 105

Overview

SJR 105 (2026RS) is a Kentucky Joint Resolution seeking to designate a segment of a United States highway in Menifee County as a memorial name. The bill honors Gary Lee Egelston for his service to country and community.

Purpose and Intent

  • Create a formal, commemorative designation on a specific portion of the highway to recognize Gary Lee Egelston’s life, military service, and community contributions.
  • Establish a lasting public acknowledgment within Menifee County.

Key Provisions

  • The Transportation Cabinet is directed to designate the following roadway segment as the “Gary Lee Egelston Memorial Highway”:
    • US 460 West from mile marker 7.1 to mile marker 8.4 in Menifee County.
  • The Transportation Cabinet must, within 30 days of the effective date of the resolution, erect appropriate signage denoting this designation.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Geographic Area: Menifee County, Kentucky; specifically the US 460 West corridor between MP 7.1 and MP 8.4.
  • Government Agencies: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (designate highway name and install signage).
  • Public Impact: Residents and travelers in the designated segment will encounter the memorial designation. The act does not alter road ownership, maintenance responsibilities, or funding; it only changes the ceremonial name for signage purposes.

Background on Honoree

  • Gary Lee Egelston (b. in Miamisburg, Ohio) served in the Vietnam War after moving to Kentucky.
  • Military honors include the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Air Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Bronze Star with two Oak Leaf Clusters, and a “V” Device for Valor.
  • Community service includes leadership as Fire Chief of the Menifee County Volunteer Fire Department and membership in Fellowship Christian Assembly.
  • He passed away on October 21, 2025, and is survived by family members including daughter Marybeth Thomas and grandchildren.

Timeline and Process

  • Status: Introduced in the Senate on February 17, 2026; referred to the Committee on Committees (S).
  • If enacted, the Transportation Cabinet must complete signage within 30 days of the resolution’s effective date.

Notes

  • The resolution is an honorary designation and does not imply changes to traffic laws, funding, or highway administration beyond signage.
  • The bill text provided is an unofficial copy; final formatting and effective date may be clarified in the enrolled version.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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