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HB 6714

AN ACT RENAMING A BRIDGE IN THE TOWN OF BROOKFIELD IN HONOR OF LANCE CORPORAL JOHN T. SCHMIDT III.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Marty Foncello

HB 6714 would designate one Brookfield bridge to bear the name of Lance Corporal John T. Schmidt III, creating a lasting commemorative landmark for the community.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 6714

Summary of HB 6714: An Act Renaming a Bridge in the Town of Brookfield in Honor of Lance Corporal John T. Schmidt III

Overview

HB 6714 proposes to rename a bridge located in the Town of Brookfield to honor Lance Corporal John T. Schmidt III. The bill’s explicit intent is to memorialize LCpl Schmidt III by designating a bridge in Brookfield in his name.

Purpose and Intent

  • Honor military service and sacrifice by officially naming a Brookfield bridge for Lance Corporal John T. Schmidt III.
  • Establish a lasting, commemorative landmark within Brookfield to recognize LCpl Schmidt III’s contributions and legacy.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the bill’s title and status)

  • Designation: The bill would designate one Brookfield bridge for naming in honor of LCpl John T. Schmidt III.
  • Scope: The naming applies to a bridge in the Town of Brookfield; the specific bridge and the exact naming language would be identified in the bill’s text.
  • Signage and Official Records: Typically, such a designation would include provisions for appropriate signage and inclusion in official state and local records, though the exact provisions would be specified in the enacted statute.
  • Effective Date: The effective date and any related administrative details would be defined in the bill’s text (not provided in the summary available here).

Note: The materials provided do not include the full text, so exact naming language, the specific bridge, signage requirements, or any ancillary provisions are not specified here.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Local Government: Town of Brookfield and relevant state transportation authorities would implement the designation (signage, maintenance, and records).
  • Community and Residents: Residents of Brookfield would gain a new landmark commemorating LCpl Schmidt III.
  • Family/Legacy: LCpl Schmidt III’s family and supporters would see formal recognition within the community.
  • Public Space: The act would create a publicly commemorated feature within Brookfield’s infrastructure.

Procedural and Timeline Notes

  • Introduction: January 24, 2025.
  • Current Status: Referenced to the Joint Committee on Transportation (REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Transportation).
  • Next Steps: As a committee-referred bill, it would typically move through committee review, potential amendments, and, if approved, proceed to floor consideration and votes in the relevant legislative chamber, followed by the other chamber as applicable. Final enactment would require signature or veto override, depending on the legislative process in this jurisdiction.
  • Dates beyond introduction: Not specified in the provided information.

Considerations for Readers

  • The exact bridge designation, naming language, and any fiscal implications are not provided in the summary. The full bill text would clarify the precise naming, placement, signage requirements, and effective date.
  • As this is currently in committee, it reflects an early stage in the legislative process. Public input and committee deliberations can influence the final form of any naming designation.

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

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