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SCR 5

Urging INDOT to rename Bridge 256-039-00469 the "Greg Cloud Memorial Bridge".

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Garrett Bascom and 4 co-sponsors

Indiana House unanimously urges INDOT to rename Bridge 256-039-00469 as the "Greg Cloud Memorial Bridge" in his honor.

Returned to the Senate
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Bill Summary · SCR 5

Legislative bill overview

SCR 5 is a concurrent resolution urging the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to rename Bridge 256-039-00469 as the "Greg Cloud Memorial Bridge." The bill passed the House with unanimous support (72-0) and has moved through committee with a "do pass" recommendation.

Why is this important

Bridge naming resolutions serve as official recognition of individuals deemed significant to their communities or the state. While largely symbolic, these designations become permanent public-facing identifiers that memorialize the person and their contributions. This particular resolution passed with no opposition, suggesting broad legislative agreement on the honoree's merit.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public context: The bill provides no information about who Greg Cloud was or why this specific bridge was chosen, making it impossible to assess the appropriateness of the designation without external research
  • Limited functional impact: As a non-binding urging measure, INDOT retains discretion to decline or delay implementation, though unanimous passage suggests political pressure to comply
  • Bridge selection criteria: No transparent criteria appear to exist for which bridges receive memorial designations, potentially raising fairness questions about who gets recognized

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

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