Bill > A04370

This bill dedicates a specific portion of the state highway system in Nassau County, New York, to honor Trooper Edward L. Cunningham. Specifically, the legislation targets the Wantagh State Parkway overpass at Merrick Road in the town of Hempstead. The bill requires the commissioner of transportation to install and maintain appropriate signage recognizing the dedication, but importantly, stipulates that this is a ceremonial designation only. This means that while the overpass will be symbolically named after Trooper Cunningham, the official bridge name will not actually change, and the dedication is meant to avoid any potential disruption to local commerce or transportation. The act would take effect immediately upon passage, serving as a way to commemorate and remember Trooper Cunningham, likely in recognition of his service or a specific heroic act, though the specific details of his service are not provided in the bill text.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4370