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HB 738

An Act designating a portion of State Route 1006, also known as Ferry Road, from the intersection with Limekiln Road to the intersection with Pennsylvania Route 313, also known as Swamp Road, in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the Judge R. Barry McAndrews Memorial Highway.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Borowski and 9 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill designates a 2-mile highway section in Bucks County as Judge R. Barry McAndrews Memorial Highway, honoring a judicial figure through commemorative naming.

Referred to Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 738

Legislative bill overview

HB 738 designates a 2-mile stretch of State Route 1006 (Ferry Road) in Doylestown Township, Bucks County as the "Judge R. Barry McAndrews Memorial Highway." The designation runs from Limekiln Road to Pennsylvania Route 313 (Swamp Road). This is a commemorative naming bill with no direct fiscal impact.

Why is this important

Memorial highway designations honor public figures and serve as community recognition of their contributions. While largely symbolic, such designations require legislative action and can involve modest signage costs. The bill reflects local support for memorializing Judge McAndrews, whose judicial service apparently had regional significance.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal cost: Although typically minimal, signage installation and maintenance represent public expenditure that some may view as unnecessary during budget constraints
  • Selection criteria transparency: No information provided about Judge McAndrews' background, tenure, or accomplishments—raises questions about designation standards and whether all worthy figures receive equal consideration
  • Local input: Unclear whether this reflects broad township/community support or represents a narrower legislative initiative

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

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