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HB 1793

Captain Matthew "Chevy" Chiaverotti Memorial Bridge; designates bridge over I-264 in VA. Beach.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 35 co-sponsors

Virginia designates I-264 bridge in Virginia Beach as Captain Matthew "Chevy" Chiaverotti Memorial Bridge, creating permanent civic tribute through infrastructure naming.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0377)
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Bill Summary · HB 1793

Legislative bill overview

HB 1793 designates a bridge over Interstate 264 in Virginia Beach as the Captain Matthew "Chevy" Chiaverotti Memorial Bridge. This is a commemorative naming bill that honors an individual through infrastructure designation. The bill was approved by the Governor and became effective July 1, 2025.

Why is this important

Memorial bridge designations serve to publicly recognize individuals for service or sacrifice, often keeping their memory alive in the community they served. This particular designation ensures Captain Chiaverotti's name appears on roadway signage and official state records, creating a permanent civic tribute. Such measures are typically non-controversial administrative actions that require minimal state resources beyond signage costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Insufficient public information: The bill summary does not specify Captain Chiaverotti's service or accomplishments, leaving unclear why this particular individual merited the honor
  • Selection criteria questions: No established public criteria are evident for which individuals receive bridge dedications, potentially raising fairness concerns
  • Signage costs: While minimal, all commemorative designations require state funding for signage installation and maintenance

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

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