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SCR 78

Relative to the Detective Sergeant Ed Wilkinson, Deputy Sheriff Brent Jameson, and Deputy Sheriff Bliss Magly Memorial Overcrossing.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike McGuire

California designates an overcrossing as a memorial to honor three deceased law enforcement officers: Detective Sergeant Ed Wilkinson and Deputy Sheriffs Brent Jameson and Bliss Magly.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 163, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SCR 78

Legislative bill overview

SCR 78 is a California legislative resolution that designates an overcrossing (likely a bridge or overpass) as a memorial to honor Detective Sergeant Ed Wilkinson, Deputy Sheriff Brent Jameson, and Deputy Sheriff Bliss Magly. The bill has been adopted by both chambers and officially chaptered, making it law.

Why is this important

Memorial designations serve as public recognition of individuals who made significant contributions or sacrifices, typically in law enforcement. This resolution creates a permanent, publicly visible tribute that honors these three officers and their service to their community.

Potential points of contention

  • Selection criteria: Questions about why these particular officers were chosen and whether the selection process was transparent and equitable
  • Resource allocation: Concerns about whether resources spent on memorial infrastructure could address more pressing public safety or infrastructure needs
  • Historical context: Limited public information about the circumstances surrounding these officers or whether there were any controversies in their service records

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

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