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NY S07002

NY S07002
Designates a portion of interstate eighty-seven as the "General Colin Powell Thruway".


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Introduced
03/28/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the highway law, in relation to designating a portion of the state highway system as the "General Colin Powell Thruway"

AI Summary

This bill designates a specific portion of Interstate 87 (a major highway in New York state) as the "General Colin Powell Thruway" to honor the legacy of General Colin Powell, a renowned military leader and former U.S. Secretary of State. The designated section spans from the city of Yonkers in Westchester County northward until it crosses State Route 20 in the town of Guilderland in Albany County. The bill instructs the commissioner of transportation to install and maintain appropriate signage for this commemorative designation, but explicitly states that this is a ceremonial naming and will not officially change the highway's existing designation or cause any disruption to commerce. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, serving as a symbolic tribute to General Powell's significant contributions to public service and national leadership.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 01/07/2026)

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