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LC 1005

Establish Laverne Parrish memorial highway

2025 Regular Session

Designates a segment of a state highway as the Laverne Parrish memorial highway, installs signage, and adds the designation to official maps.

(LC) Draft Ready for Delivery
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Bill Summary · LC 1005

LC 1005 — Establish Laverne Parrish Memorial Highway

Overview

LC 1005 is a bill entitled “Establish Laverne Parrish memorial highway.” Introduced on November 11, 2024, the bill falls within the Highways and Roads subject area. Its current status is (LC) Draft Ready for Delivery, indicating it is in the final stages of drafting before potential introduction or formal consideration.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill proposes designating a segment of a state highway as the Laverne Parrish memorial highway.
  • The naming is intended to honor Laverne Parrish, recognizing their contributions or significance to the community or state.

Key Provisions (as suggested by the title and status)

  • Designation: Create an official designation naming a portion of a highway after Laverne Parrish.
  • Signage and Markers: Authorize and/or require the installation of memorial signage along the designated corridor in accordance with applicable state standards and procedures.
  • Official Maps and Documentation: Add the designated segment to official state maps and records as the Laverne Parrish memorial highway.
  • Implementation Responsibilities: Define or reference the appropriate state agency (typically the Department of Transportation or equivalent) to implement signage, maintain the designation, and handle related administrative steps.
  • Related Processes: Align with existing memorial highway-naming processes, including any necessary approvals, administrative rules, or procedural requirements.

Note: The exact highway segment, signage specifications, effective date, and any accompanying fiscal or administrative details are not provided in the available information.

Affected Parties and Potential Impacts

  • State Department of Transportation (or equivalent agency): Responsible for implementing the designation, installing signage, and maintaining the designation.
  • Motorists and the traveling public: Benefit from official recognition and clear signage along the designated corridor.
  • Local governments and communities along the designated route: May be involved in notification and ceremonial or commemorative activities.
  • State taxpayers: Potentially affected by any associated signage costs or related administrative expenses; specifics would depend on the bill’s fiscal provisions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introductory status: Introduced November 11, 2024.
  • Legislative actions to date (LC workflow):
    • 2024-11-11: Drafter Assigned
    • 2025-02-14: Draft in Edit; Draft in Legal Review
    • 2025-02-14: Draft in Input/Proofing
    • 2025-02-18: Draft in Input/Proofing
    • 2025-02-19: Draft in Assembly; Draft in Final Drafter Review
    • 2025-02-20: Draft Ready for Delivery
  • Next steps (typical): If the bill proceeds, it would move to committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes, and, if approved, advance to the other legislative chamber and final enactment. The exact timeline depends on committee scheduling and legislative priorities.

Notes

  • The full text of LC 1005 is not provided here; specifics such as the exact highway segment, signing standards, effective date, and any fiscal provisions would appear in the bill’s operative language. This summary focuses on the stated purpose and likely practical effects based on the bill title and status.

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

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