Bill > SB1092

This bill designates a specific bridge in East Hanover Township, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania as the CW5 John Michael Travers Memorial Bridge in honor of a distinguished military veteran. The bill provides a detailed biographical account of John Michael Travers, highlighting his significant military service, including 955 combat medical evacuation missions in Vietnam where he evacuated 2,405 wounded soldiers, and his subsequent service in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Travers, who was a combat medical evacuation pilot (known as a DUSTOFF), received numerous commendations including the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Bronze Star with Valor Device. Beyond his military service, he was also recognized for humanitarian efforts such as rescue missions during Hurricane Agnes in 1972, where he helped save 53 Pennsylvanians. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to erect and maintain appropriate signs displaying the bridge's new name. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment, serving to permanently commemorate Travers's heroic and selfless service to his country and community.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/sb1092