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NY S07002
NY S07002Designates a portion of interstate eighty-seven as the "General Colin Powell Thruway".
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Introduced
03/28/2025
03/28/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
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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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7002 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S07002&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S07002 |
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