Bill > A01575

This bill designates a specific portion of Interstate 87 in New York State as the "General Colin Powell Thruway" to honor the late military leader and statesman Colin Powell. The designated section runs from Yonkers in Westchester County northward to where the highway crosses State Route 20 in the town of Guilderland in Albany County. The bill instructs the transportation commissioner to install and maintain appropriate signage marking this honorary designation. Importantly, the bill specifies that this is a ceremonial naming only, meaning the official route number and functional designation of the highway will remain unchanged to prevent any potential confusion or disruption to commerce. The legislation is a symbolic gesture to recognize General Powell's significant contributions to public service, military leadership, and national politics, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1575