Bill > S05003

This bill amends the New York public authorities law to ceremonially rename the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Mid-Hudson Bridge to the "Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt Mid-Hudson Bridge". The legislation requires the chairperson of the New York State Bridge Authority to install and maintain appropriate signage reflecting this new ceremonial name. Importantly, the bill specifies that this is a ceremonial designation only, meaning the official legal name of the bridge remains unchanged, and the change is primarily symbolic. The purpose appears to be honoring both Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt by including Eleanor's name alongside her husband's in the bridge's designation. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, and the bridge authority is instructed to implement the new signage in a manner that minimizes potential confusion or disruption to commerce.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5003