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HCR 1

Urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to rename the U.S. 41 bridge over the Kankakee River the "Corporal Brandon Schreiber Memorial Bridge".

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Aylesworth and 3 co-sponsors

Indiana legislature urges transportation department to name U.S. 41 Kankakee bridge after Corporal Brandon Schreiber as symbolic memorial.

Returned to the House
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Bill Summary · HCR 1

Legislative bill overview

HCR 1 is a non-binding resolution urging the Indiana Department of Transportation to officially rename the U.S. 41 bridge crossing the Kankakee River in honor of Corporal Brandon Schreiber. The bill does not appropriate funds or create legal obligations, but rather expresses the legislature's desire that the state transportation agency undertake this commemorative naming.

Why is this important

Bridge naming resolutions serve as formal public recognition of individuals, typically military service members or public servants. While symbolic in nature, such designations create lasting memorials that honor those being remembered and signal community values. The measure has already passed its committee with a favorable recommendation.

Potential points of contention

  • Insufficient biographical context: The resolution provides no information about Corporal Schreiber's service, accomplishments, or connection to the geographic area, making it difficult for the public to evaluate the appropriateness of the honor
  • Lack of transparency regarding selection: No explanation is offered for why this particular bridge or individual was selected, or whether a formal nomination process existed
  • Non-binding nature may not ensure action: Without statutory requirement, INDOT retains discretion to decline or delay the renaming regardless of legislative passage

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

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