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RI H5051
Names the new Sakonnet River Bridge as the “Staff Sergeant Christopher Potts Sakonnet River Bridge.” This act would take effect upon passage.
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Introduced
01/15/2025
01/15/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Passed
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would name the new Sakonnet River Bridge as the “Staff Sergeant Christopher Potts Sakonnet River Bridge.” This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to officially rename Rhode Island Bridge No. 250, which carries Route 24 over the Sakonnet River between Portsmouth and Tiverton, as the "Staff Sergeant Christopher Potts Sakonnet River Bridge." The legislation amends Chapter 22-7.4 of the General Laws, which governs the naming of state buildings, bridges, and other constructions. By dedicating the bridge to Staff Sergeant Christopher Potts, the bill aims to honor a military service member, though the specific details of Potts' service are not provided in the bill text. The naming of infrastructure after military personnel is a common practice to recognize and commemorate the sacrifices of service members. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage, meaning the bridge would be officially renamed as soon as the legislation is signed into law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Signed by Governor (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText25/HouseText25/H5051A.pdf |
BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText25/HouseText25/H5051.pdf |
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