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SB 392

Establish Laverne Parrish memorial highway

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Hertz

SB 392 designates a Montana highway as the Laverne Parrish memorial highway, creating an official named tribute through state signage.

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Bill Summary · SB 392

Legislative bill overview

SB 392 designates a Montana highway as the Laverne Parrish memorial highway, honoring the individual by name on official signage and documentation. This is a ceremonial bill that recognizes someone deemed significant enough by the legislature to warrant a named route.

Why is this important

Memorial highway designations serve as public recognition and commemoration, creating lasting tributes to individuals the legislature deems worthy. While largely symbolic, such designations can affect tourism, local pride, and historical record-keeping, and they establish official state recognition for specific individuals.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without details on who Laverne Parrish was or their accomplishments, it's unclear what criteria justified this particular designation or whether vetting was thorough
  • Highway selection criteria: No apparent details on which highway was selected, whether community input was sought, or if there was any local opposition
  • Precedent concerns: Extensive memorial highway designations can proliferate without clear standardized criteria, potentially diluting their significance

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

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