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SB 79

Highways: memorial; portion of M-150; designate as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 109.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Michael Webber

Michigan bill designates portion of Highway M-150 as "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway" to honor the named individual.

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Bill Summary · SB 79

Legislative bill overview

SB 79 proposes designating a portion of Michigan State Highway M-150 as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway" by amending the state's highway code. The bill honors William S. Broomfield, a notable Michigan figure, through official naming of the highway segment.

Why is this important

Highway designations serve as public memorials and can reflect a community's values and historical recognition. While primarily symbolic, such designations generate minimal state costs and represent a formal acknowledgment of an individual's contributions to Michigan.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public context: The bill provides no background on William S. Broomfield's accomplishments or why this specific highway segment warrants naming after him, leaving citizens unaware of the memorial's purpose
  • Question of criteria: No clear legislative standard appears to exist for which individuals merit highway designations, raising fairness questions about selection process
  • Local impact unclear: No information indicates whether communities along M-150 or local officials support the designation

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

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