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This bill modifies the process for designating memorial highways and bridges in Missouri by establishing new requirements and procedures. Under the proposed legislation, organizations seeking to name a highway or bridge must submit an application to the Department of Transportation that includes a description of the proposed designation, a sponsoring state legislator, at least 100 supporting signatures, and a fee to cover sign construction costs. The application must be submitted by November 1st prior to the legislative session and will be reviewed by the joint committee on transportation oversight. The bill mandates that two signs be erected for each designation, with special considerations for highway sections crossing county lines. Certain memorial designations, such as those honoring fallen law enforcement officers, military members, Medal of Honor recipients, and emergency personnel, are exempt from some requirements. Each highway or bridge can only be named once, and designations will be valid for 20 years, with the possibility of renewal. The Department of Transportation must also provide biographical information online for newly designated memorials. The bill aims to standardize and streamline the memorial highway designation process while ensuring public input and transparency.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB841&year=2025&code=R