Bill > HB1821

This bill designates a specific bridge in Irvona Borough, Clearfield County, Pennsylvania as the "World War II Veteran Pvt. Wilbur Russell Rea Memorial Bridge" in honor of a local soldier who sacrificed his life during World War II. The bill provides background on Pvt. Wilbur Russell Rea, noting that he was born in Irvona in 1924, graduated from Coalport Irvona High School, and was passionate about working on cars and farm equipment. The legislation details that Pvt. Rea served in the United States Army's 96th Division, Company B, 381st Infantry, and was killed in action on April 16, 1945, during the Battle of Okinawa, Japan. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Transportation to erect and maintain appropriate signs identifying the bridge (Bridge Key 69488 on State Route 3005 over North Witmer Run) with Pvt. Rea's memorial name. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a lasting tribute to this local World War II veteran's service and ultimate sacrifice.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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