A JOINT RESOLUTION designating the Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway in Johnson County.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bobby McCool

Designates a section of Johnson County highway as the Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway as a ceremonial designation only, with no changes to laws, ownership, or maintenance.

to Transportation (H)

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Summary of Bill: HJR 74 (2026RS) – designation of Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway

Purpose and intent

The bill designates a portion of Kentucky roadway in Johnson County as the Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway.

This is a ceremonial designation intended to honor Tucker Daniel, recognizing contributions or significance to the community or state.

Key provisions and changes

Official act designates a specific segment of highway in Johnson County (exact route, street name, and mileage typically specified in the bill text) as the Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway.

The designation is ceremonial and does not alter the existing jurisdiction, ownership, maintenance responsibilities, or traffic laws related to the roadway.

Authority for the designation is vested in the Kentucky General Assembly through a joint resolution (HJR), rather than through administrative action by a state agency.

Affected parties and entities

Local residents and travelers using the designated roadway may encounter signage indicating the Tucker Daniel Memorial Highway.

Johnson County community and related stakeholders, including local officials, memorial advocates, and the family or supporters of Tucker Daniel, are the primary interested parties.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) would typically implement any required signage changes consistent with the designation, subject to standard regulatory and budgetary processes.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Legislative history:

Introduced in the House on February 18, 2026.
Referred to the Committee on Committees (H) on the same date.
Subsequently sent to Transportation (H) on February 25, 2026.

As a joint resolution, this bill would require passage by both chambers (House and Senate) and possible signature by the Governor to take effect.

Timeline specifics (signage installation, effective date) would depend on final passage, any implementation details specified in the enacted resolution, and coordination with KYTC.

Notes

The bill is a ceremonial designation and does not create new laws, penalties, or funding mechanisms beyond those already in place for highway signage and naming conventions.

The exact mileage or road name where the designation applies should be clarified in the bill’s text and accompanying fiscal note (if provided) and signage plans would follow standard department procedures.