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SB 366

House Substitute for Senate Bill 366 by Committee on Transportation - Prohibiting the use of a mobile telephone while operating a motor vehicle in school or construction zones and providing penalties thereof and permitting the display of certain lighting in road construction zones by vehicles and trailers engaged in highway construction and maintenance operations.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas SB 366 designates an Interstate 135 bridge in Sedgwick County as the Don Snyder Memorial Bridge to honor a community member.

Approved by Governor on Friday, April 3, 2026
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Bill Summary · SB 366

Legislative bill overview

SB 366 designates a bridge on Interstate 135 in Sedgwick County, Kansas as the Don Snyder Memorial Bridge. This is a commemorative naming bill that honors an individual through official state infrastructure designation.

Why is this important

Memorial bridge designations are symbolic actions that recognize individuals deemed to have made significant contributions to their communities or the state. While primarily ceremonial, such designations become part of official state records and public signage. The bill has already advanced through committee with a recommendation to pass, indicating legislative support.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill materials provided do not specify Don Snyder's accomplishments, profession, or why this particular bridge was selected, making it difficult to assess the appropriateness of the honor
  • Memorial naming standards: Some legislators may question whether established criteria exist for bridge memorials or whether this sets a precedent for similar requests
  • Resource allocation: Critics might argue legislative time could be better spent on substantive policy matters rather than ceremonial designations, though this is typically a minor concern for consent calendar items

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

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