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This bill designates a specific portion of State Route 2051 in Osceola Mills Borough, Clearfield County, as the IC3 James S. Dunlap Memorial Highway to honor a Navy serviceman who was killed in action. The bill provides background on James Scott Dunlap, a Petty Officer Third Class who was born in Philipsburg and served as an Interior Communications Electrician on the USS Stark. Dunlap died on May 17, 1987, when Iraqi aircraft fired missiles at his ship in the Persian Gulf. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to erect and maintain appropriate signs identifying the highway segment, which runs from the intersection with Elizabeth Street to the Decatur Township Line. The bill includes findings that highlight Dunlap's military service, including his training at Great Lakes Naval Training Center and service from November 1984 to May 1987. The highway designation will serve as a memorial to recognize Dunlap's sacrifice and military service. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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