Amends TCA Title 54.
ON MARCH 21, 2022, THE SENATE ADOPTED AMENDMENT #2 AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1668, AS AMENDED.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #2 rewrites this bill and provides for the naming of certain roads and bridges in honor of certain specified persons, as follows:<br /> <br /> (1) A segment of State Route 294 (Willow Grove Highway) in Clay County, the "Det. Sgt. Derek E. Sidwell Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who, as a Detective Sergeant with the Overton County Sheriff's Office, made the ultimate sacrifice on August 19, 2021, when he died from medical complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty;<br /> <br /> (2) The bridge on State Route 37 / U.S. Highway 19E spanning the Doe River in Carter County, the "SGT Tony L. Griffith Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Tony L. Griffith, Sergeant, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 5, 1969, when he was killed in action in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (3) The Lee Ford bridge on State Route 130 in Franklin County, the "SGT Michael P. Oliver Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Michael P. Oliver, Sergeant, United States Army, who lost his life during a combat action in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (4) The parallel bridges on State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 Bypass spanning Tennessee Southern Railroad in Lawrence County, the "Firefighter Jason Dickey Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 12, 2018, when he was killed fighting a house fire;<br /> <br /> (5) The segment of Interstate 40 beginning from the Knox-Loudon county line and ending at the Tennessee-North Carolina border, redesignated from the "Troy A. McGill Memorial Interstate Highway" to the "Troy McGill Medal of Honor Highway" to honor the memory of Troy McGill, Sergeant, United States Army, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor posthumously and who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II;<br /> <br /> (6) The bridge on State Route 99 (Bear Creek Pike) spanning Flat Creek in Maury County, the "SP4 William Gene Hargrove Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of William Eugene Hargrove, Specialist 4, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 5, 1967, in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (7) The bridge on State Route 127 (Shellsford Road) spanning the Collins River in Warren County, the "SSG Wilburn Leon Green Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Wilburn Leon Green, Staff Sergeant, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on May 8, 1969, in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (8) The bridge on State Route 32 spanning Caney Creek in Claiborne County, the "Constable A.C. Hurst Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Alexander Charlie "A.C." Hurst, a dedicated public servant who served as the Constable of the 4th District of Claiborne County, Tennessee, for 34 years;<br /> <br /> (9) A segment of Interstate 24 in Davidson County, the "Rayford-Brown-Glover-Tate Families Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Erma Rayford, Linda Rayford, Paula and Paul Rayford, Pernetta Brown, Georgia Glover, Johnetta Glover, and Pernetta Tate, who were the victims of one of the worst traffic accidents in Tennessee's history;<br /> <br /> (10) The bridge on State Route 247 (Snow Creek Road) spanning Leipers Creek in Maury County, the "Carl Harris, Jr. Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Carl Harris, Jr., a man of impeccable character, breeder of fine horses, and ardent supporter of the Tennessee Farm Bureau;<br /> <br /> (11) A segment of State Route 13 (U.S. Highway 79) in the City of Clarksville, the "Jerry Jerkins Memorial Boulevard" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident of the City of Clarksville, who was instrumental in the naming of Wilma Rudolph Boulevard;<br /> <br /> (12) The bridge on State Route 1 spanning East Fork Stones River in Cannon County, the "Melton Memorial Bridge" to honor the memories of J. Barrett Melton, Sr., J. Barrett "Mose" Melton, Jr., and J. Barrett "Johnny" Melton III, who devoted their lives to serving the Woodbury community and who served for decades as respected lawyers;<br /> <br /> (13) A segment of State Route 266 (Cainsville Road) in Wilson County, the "Brent O'Neal Bishop Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved son and outstanding athlete from the community of Watertown, Wilson County, whose young life was tragically cut short in a car accident at the age of seventeen;<br /> <br /> (14) The bridge on State Route 449 (Veterans Boulevard) spanning Middle Creek in the City of Sevierville, the "Norman L. Burchfiel Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who served on the Sevier County Commission for 12 years and who was active in many local charitable causes in his hometown;<br /> <br /> (15) The walking path along and crossing Interstate 40 between Peach Avenue and Overton Park Avenue and connecting Decatur Street within the City of Memphis, the "Gladys Bennett Memorial Walking Path" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the City of Memphis, who solidified her legacy within the history of Memphis when she established, owned, and operated a vocational school for the domestic arts from within her residence during a time when African Americans were not permitted to attend institutions of higher education;<br /> <br /> (16) The bridge on State Route 52 spanning State Route 28 / U.S. Highway 127 in Fentress County, the "Sgt. Willie E. Crabtree Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Willie E. Crabtree, Sergeant, United States Army, a well-respected and long-time resident of the City of Jamestown and Fentress County, who on December 16, 1944, displayed extraordinary heroism while engaged with the enemy and was subsequently awarded the Silver Star for gallantry;<br /> <br /> (17) The bridge on Gatewood Ford Road spanning the Clear Fork River on the county line of Fentress and Morgan counties the "Loy Tompkins Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Loy Tompkins, a dedicated member of the community who was a farmer at heart and in practice and widely recognized as being a good, honest friend who was helpful to everyone, including through the donation of land that allowed this bridge to be built to connect Morgan and Fentress counties and land for the new Deer Lodge Elementary School;<br /> <br /> (18) State Route 421 in its entirety (lying in Decatur and Hardin counties), the "SMSgt. Franklin R. Bledsoe Memorial Highway" as a lasting tribute to an officer and gentleman and resident of the Hinkle community of Hardin County whose valiant service in the military for 23 years and his love of his family, his fellow citizens, and his country, stand as enduring examples of all the characteristics that have ensured the continued freedom of our nation and the preservation of its ideals over the course of our history;<br /> <br /> (19) The bridge on State Route 45 (Old Hickory Boulevard) spanning Interstate 40 in Davidson County, the "First Responders Overpass" to honor the numerous dedicated public servants who provide an immeasurable service to their community through their work as first responders;<br /> <br /> (20) The bridge on State Route 10/U.S. Highway 231 spanning Norris Creek in Lincoln County, the "CPT William J. 'Bill' Harp Memorial Bridge" to honor William Joseph "Bill" Harp, Captain, United States Army, a resident of Lincoln County and highly decorated combat veteran who served as a Green Beret during the Vietnam War and most of his military career and who, after retirement from the military, dedicated himself to continued service as a County Veteran Service Officer and advocate for veterans;<br /> <br /> (21) The exit for Morrison Springs Road on U.S. Highway 27 in the City of Red Bank, the "Richard Floyd Interchange" in honor of Richard Floyd, a dedicated and exemplary public servant who selflessly served the citizens of the City of Red Bank and this state during his eight-year tenure as a member of the house of representatives;<br /> <br /> (22) The parallel bridges on State Route 68 in the City of Sweetwater, spanning Interstate 75, the "Clinton Riddle Memorial Bridge" in recognition of this distinguished resident of the City of Sweetwater and courageous World War II veteran who has generously given of himself throughout his life for the betterment and prosperity of the citizens of the City of Sweetwater and the state of Tennessee;<br /> <br /> (23) A segment of State Route 1/U.S. Highway 79 (Summer Avenue) in the City of Bartlett, the "Rep. Jim Coley Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated and exemplary public servant who selflessly served the citizens of the City of Bartlett and this state during his tenure as a member of the house of representatives;<br /> <br /> (24) The intersection of Dry Hollow Road and Rushing Springs Road in the Rickman Community, Overton County, the "Tony, Gabe, and Alex Krantz Memorial Intersection" in honor of these three members of the Krantz family and Rickman Community who shuffled off this mortal coil much too soon;<br /> <br /> (25) A segment of U.S. Highway 79 within Henry County, "The Gold Star Families Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (26) A segment of U.S. Highway 45E (Milan Highway) in Gibson County, the "Alex and Alyssa Memorial Highway" to honor the memories of Alex Barber and Alyssa Anguiano, whose young lives were tragically cut short as a result of a car accident on June 23, 2018, while returning home from delivering a donation to the Mustard Seed in Milan;<br /> <br /> (27) The bridge on State Route 75 spanning Clear Fork Creek in the middle of the Armentrout Farm in the Bowmantown community, Washington County, the "John Mack Armentrout Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected resident of the Bowmantown community and highly decorated veteran of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II;<br /> <br /> (28) The bridge on Saltillo Road spanning White Oak Creek in Hardin County, the "PFC Arthur Ross, Jr. Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this devoted patriot, husband, father, grandfather, and resident of the Morris Chapel community, Hardin County, Tennessee, who, as a veteran of World War II, was awarded the Bronze Star by General George Patton for his act of heroism evacuating casualties from a disabled tank under direct fire on January 6, 1945, in Belgium;<br /> <br /> (29) The bridge on State Route 76 spanning Watkins Creek south of the City of Williston, Fayette County, the "James 'Bud' Glover Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of James "Bud" Glover, an exceptional resident of Fayette County who was one of the county's most illustrious citizens;<br /> <br /> (30) A segment of State Route 125 in Hardeman County, the "Chief Monroe Jordan Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated public servant to Hardeman County, who served as a law enforcement officer with the City of Bolivar and who retired as Chief of the Middleton Police Department in 2006;<br /> <br /> (31) The bridge on State Route 10 / U.S. Highway 231 (North Main Street) spanning Little Hurricane Creek in the City of Shelbyville, the "PFC Forrest Wells Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Forrest Wells, Private First Class, United States Army, a native of Bedford County, loving husband and father, and loyal employee at Empire Pencil Company who, in 2014, posthumously received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement in active ground combat during World War II, including heroic actions on the night of July 29, 1944, while serving as a member of a gun section in the vicinity of Hebeckrevon, France;<br /> <br /> (32) A segment of State Route 96 in Williamson County, the "Elder Jasper G. Hatcher, Sr. Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved father, husband, and pastor emeritus, who pastored several churches in the Middle Tennessee area and retired after 33 years of dedicated service;<br /> <br /> (33) The U.S. Highway 70/70A Bypass (Huntingdon Bypass/Veterans Drive) within Carroll County, the "Col. Jim Harding Bypass" in honor of Colonel Jim Harding, United States Air Force (retired), who, as a veteran of the Vietnam War, demonstrated valiant service to our nation as one of Tennessee's most courageous citizens and who was awarded many commendations;<br /> <br /> (34) The exit for Interstate 26 (James H. Quillen Parkway) on State Route 67 / U.S. Highway 321 (University Parkway), both northbound and southbound, in Washington County, the "Billy Graham Memorial Interchange" in honor of this distinguished and well-respected evangelist, civil rights leader, and counselor;<br /> <br /> (35) The bridge on State Route 62 (Nashville Highway) spanning White Creek in Morgan County, the "Branstetter Brothers Memorial Bridge – Cecil, Eugene, Ellis, Miller, Jr., Archie, Lee" to honor these well-respected residents of Morgan County and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States: Cecil Dewey Branstetter – United States Army; Eugene Earl Branstetter – United States Army; Ellis Clayton Branstetter – United States Army; Miller Henry Branstetter, Jr. – United States Army; Archie Alexander Branstetter – United States Navy; and Lee Wilford Branstetter – United States Army;<br /> <br /> (36) A segment of State Route 329 (Deer Lodge Highway) within Morgan County, "Veterans Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (37) The entire segment of U.S. Highway 79 within Stewart County, the "Gold Star Families Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (38) A segment of College Street in the City of Clarksville, the "F. Evans Harvill Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident, lawyer, philanthropist, and ardent supporter of Austin Peay State University;<br /> <br /> (39) The bridge on Interstate 75 spanning State Route 2/U.S. Highway 64 in the city of Ooltewah, Hamilton County, the "State Representative Mike Carter Memorial Bridge" in recognition of Owen Michael "Mike" Carter, a dedicated and well-respected public servant who worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life of the residents of Ooltewah and Hamilton County through his roles as an attorney, judge, and state representative for District 29;<br /> <br /> (40) The bridge on U.S. Highway 64 spanning Hurricane Creek in the City of Waynesboro, the "Joe I. Hall, M.D. Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected physician and resident of Waynesboro;<br /> <br /> (41) The new bridge on Brights Pike spanning Spring Creek in Hamblen County, the "Lewis T. Murph Bridge" in honor of the retired, longtime engineer who was employed with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for 51.5 years;<br /> <br /> (42) The bridge on State Route 125 North spanning Little Piney Creek entering the Town of Silerton, the "Phyllis Hopper Naylor Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and exceptional public servant who served as Mayor of Silerton and as Postmaster for Silerton for 25 years;<br /> <br /> (43) The bridge on State Route 11 (Lewisburg Highway) spanning Pigeon Roost Creek in Giles County, the "Cpl. Waylon H. Denton Bridge" to honor Waylon H. Denton, Corporal, United States Army, a well-respected and long-time resident of Giles County, who provided distinguished and heroic service during the Korean War as part of Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, making untold and innumerable sacrifices to preserve the liberties we enjoy today;<br /> <br /> (44) A segment of State Route 56 (Lafayette Road) in the City of Red Boiling Springs, the "Jimmy Cook Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident of Red Boiling Springs;<br /> <br /> (45) A segment of State Route 262/State Route 56 (Willette Road) in Macon County, the "Clay 'Bully' Thomas Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this former magistrate and well-respected businessman and resident of Macon County;<br /> <br /> (46) A segment of State Route 111 (Livingston Highway) in Pickett County, the "Congressman Lincoln Davis Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated public servant and well-respected resident of Pickett County, who represented Tennessee's Fourth Congressional District from 2003 to 2011, and previously served as mayor of the City of Byrdstown and six years as a state senator;<br /> <br /> (47) A segment of State Route 111 (Livingston Highway) in Pickett County, the "Representative Leslie Winningham Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated educator and well-respected public servant, who served as a teacher, coach, principal, and school superintendent prior to representing the 38th District in the State House of Representatives from the 94th through the 106th General Assemblies;<br /> <br /> (48) A segment of State Route 120 in Stewart County, the "Erv Brame, Bernie Walter, and Bill Cherry – Stewart County Athletes Highway" to honor three home-grown, gifted athletes who attained the very pinnacle of sporting achievement;<br /> <br /> (49) The exit for McGavock Pike on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) in Davidson County, the "Ronnie Hobbs Memorial Interchange" to honor the memory of James Ronald "Ronnie" Hobbs, a tenacious entrepreneur and hardworking businessman in Nashville, particularly in the Music Valley Area;<br /> <br /> (50) The exit for Gallatin Road on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) in Davidson County, the "Robert B. Beck, Sr. Memorial Interchange" to honor the memory of Robert Beryl "Bob" Beck, Sr., a well-respected resident and hardworking businessman in Nashville, who was active in the real estate business as a broker in the East Nashville, Inglewood, Madison, Dickerson Road, and Goodlettsville areas for over 50 years;<br /> <br /> (51) A segment of State Route 71 / U.S. Highway 441 South (Chapman Highway) in the City of Knoxville, the "Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the City of Knoxville who served his country with honor and distinction during World War II when, after being captured as a prisoner of war (POW) by the Germans during the Battle of the Bulge and being ordered by a German commander to have only the Jewish POWs present themselves, he boldly ordered all 1,000 America POWs to stand in unity and in formation outside of their barracks, which ultimately saved the lives of 200 Jewish POWs;<br /> <br /> (52) The bridge on State Route 328 (Oakdale Highway/Georgia Street) in the City of Harriman, the "George W. Davis Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this prominent, successful businessman in the City of Harriman for over 30 years and former member of the Roane County Commission;<br /> <br /> (53) A segment of State Route 294 (Willow Grove Highway) in Clay County, the "Charlie E. Ferrell Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the community of Allons who served his country with honor and distinction during the Korean War, with thirty-seven months spent as a prisoner of war;<br /> <br /> (54) A segment of U.S. Highway 41 within Robertson County, the "Orange Heart Memorial Parkway" to honor veterans of the Vietnam War who were exposed to Agent Orange;<br /> <br /> (55) A segment of U.S. Highway 41 within Robertson County, the "Gold Star Family Parkway";<br /> <br /> (56) A segment of U.S. Highway 431 in Lincoln County, the "Gold Star Families Memorial Highway"; <br /> <br /> (57) The bridge on State Route 69A spanning Jones Branch south of the Town of Big Sandy, Benton County, the "Jaylen Christopher Memorial Bridge" to honor this young, big-hearted resident of Benton County who starred on the Big Sandy High School basketball team and left this life too soon;<br /> <br /> (58) A segment of State Route 290 in Jackson County, the "J.T. Watts Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved husband, father, and resident of the Nameless community of Jackson County who served his community as a farmer and owner of a general merchandise store;<br /> <br /> (59) The parallel bridges on State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 spanning Big Cypress Creek in Fayette County, the "Arthur David 'Butch' Rhea Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this well-known, native resident of Fayette County who worked for and later purchased the Fayette Falcon newspaper, where he served the local communities and Fayette County for almost 55 years;<br /> <br /> (60) A segment of State Route 78 in Dyer County, the "Matthew Dial Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Matthew Thomas "Matt" Dial, a well-respected Lake County correctional officer and resident of Tiptonville;<br /> <br /> (61) The bridge on Williams Street spanning U.S. Highway 51 in the Town of Newbern, the "Coach Ab Davis Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected resident of Newbern and legendary head coach of the Dyer County High School football team, who coached the Choctaws for 30 years and led them to win the State Championship in 1973;<br /> <br /> (62) The bridge spanning Little Turkey Creek in Knox County, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "1st Lt. Jackie Carroll Walker Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Jackie Carroll Walker, First Lieutenant, United States Army, who served with distinction and honor in the Vietnam War while defending our freedom and our way of life so that we could continue to live in peace here at home and who made the ultimate sacrifice on November 20, 1969, when he died from combat wounds received in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (63) A segment of U.S. Highway 412 in Lewis County, the "Benjamin L. "Benny" Pace Highway" to honor this well-respected educator and resident of Lewis County who is retiring after 19 years as the Lewis County Director of Schools, and who served as a teacher, coach, and principal for many years at Lewis County High School;<br /> <br /> (64) A segment of State Route 48 in Lewis County, the "Tootsie Bess Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this prominent businesswoman who was born and raised in Hohenwald before establishing the world-famous bar and music venue in Nashville known as Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, and who, as a result, was a prominent figure in the country music industry for nearly two decades before her death in 1978;<br /> <br /> (65) A segment of West Levi Road in Shelby County, the "Rep. Johnnie Turner Highway" to honor this devoted mother, grandmother, and public servant, and former civil rights advocate administrator, who served the citizens of this state and the 85th House District with distinction as a member of the 106th through 110th General Assemblies;<br /> <br /> (66) A segment of U.S. Highway 45 West in the City of Kenton, the "White Squirrel Winery Highway" to honor this well-regarded local business;<br /> <br /> (67) A segment of State Route 3 in the City of Memphis, the "Hazel Moore Highway" to honor Hazel Moore, a highly respected community leader who is known as the unofficial "Mayor of Whitehaven" and a recipient of the Memphis City Council's MLK Humanitarian Award;<br /> <br /> (68) A segment of State Route 332 (South Northshore Drive) within the City of Knoxville, the "Veteran Suicide Memorial Mile" to honor the courageous men and women who have served this country and struggled in the aftermath of such service by bringing awareness to this country's veteran suicide crisis and corresponding prevention efforts;<br /> <br /> (69) A segment of State Route 58 in Meigs County, the "Robert 'Bobby' Roberts Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of Meigs County and farmer who was a devout church goer and ardent mentor and supporter of the next generation of farmers;<br /> <br /> (70) The bridge on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) spanning Centennial Boulevard in Nashville, the "Tallu Schuyler Quinn Memorial Bridge" to honor this incredibly well-respected nonprofit leader, minister, and resident of the City of Nashville who founded the Nashville Food Project, and who, after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, subsequently penned several essays on what it meant to live with a terminal diagnosis and still find meaning;<br /> <br /> (71) A segment of U.S. Highway 70E/State Route 1 in Madison County, the "Mary P. Bowen Highway" to honor this well-respected resident of Madison County who has contributed greatly to her community through her numerous charitable and civic-minded efforts;<br /> <br /> (72) A segment of Clarksville Pike in Nashville, the "Gold Star Highway"; and<br /> <br /> (73) A segment of U.S. Highway 641 South in Decatur County, the "Holly Bobo Memorial Highway" to honor Holly Bobo, a beloved daughter and native of Decatur County, whose selfless and kind nature touched all of those in the community and whose life was tragically cut short.<br /> <br /> ON APRIL 7, 2022, THE HOUSE SUBSTITUTED SENATE BILL 1668 FOR HOUSE BILL 1654, ADOPTED AMENDMENTS #2, #3, AND #4, AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1668, AS AMENDED.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #2 removes the provision for naming a segment of State Route 1/U.S. Highway 79 (Summer Avenue) in the City of Bartlett, the "Rep. Jim Coley Memorial Highway."<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #3 names the exit for State Route 73 (Exit 440) on Interstate 40 in Cocke County the "Charles L. McGaha Memorial Interchange," in honor of Charles L. McGaha, Major, United States Army, with signs to be paid for with nonstate funds.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #4 names a segment of Woodland Street in Nashville the "Officer John R. Anderson, IV Memorial Highway," in honor of the memory of this officer with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, who died while serving in the line of duty.<br /> <br /> ON APRIL 14, 2022, THE SENATE CONCURRED IN HOUSE AMENDMENT #2 AND RESET SENATE BILL 1668.<br />
ON MARCH 21, 2022, THE SENATE ADOPTED AMENDMENT #2 AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1668, AS AMENDED.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #2 rewrites this bill and provides for the naming of certain roads and bridges in honor of certain specified persons, as follows:<br /> <br /> (1) A segment of State Route 294 (Willow Grove Highway) in Clay County, the "Det. Sgt. Derek E. Sidwell Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who, as a Detective Sergeant with the Overton County Sheriff's Office, made the ultimate sacrifice on August 19, 2021, when he died from medical complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty;<br /> <br /> (2) The bridge on State Route 37 / U.S. Highway 19E spanning the Doe River in Carter County, the "SGT Tony L. Griffith Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Tony L. Griffith, Sergeant, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 5, 1969, when he was killed in action in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (3) The Lee Ford bridge on State Route 130 in Franklin County, the "SGT Michael P. Oliver Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Michael P. Oliver, Sergeant, United States Army, who lost his life during a combat action in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (4) The parallel bridges on State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 Bypass spanning Tennessee Southern Railroad in Lawrence County, the "Firefighter Jason Dickey Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 12, 2018, when he was killed fighting a house fire;<br /> <br /> (5) The segment of Interstate 40 beginning from the Knox-Loudon county line and ending at the Tennessee-North Carolina border, redesignated from the "Troy A. McGill Memorial Interstate Highway" to the "Troy McGill Medal of Honor Highway" to honor the memory of Troy McGill, Sergeant, United States Army, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor posthumously and who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II;<br /> <br /> (6) The bridge on State Route 99 (Bear Creek Pike) spanning Flat Creek in Maury County, the "SP4 William Gene Hargrove Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of William Eugene Hargrove, Specialist 4, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 5, 1967, in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (7) The bridge on State Route 127 (Shellsford Road) spanning the Collins River in Warren County, the "SSG Wilburn Leon Green Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Wilburn Leon Green, Staff Sergeant, United States Army, who made the ultimate sacrifice on May 8, 1969, in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (8) The bridge on State Route 32 spanning Caney Creek in Claiborne County, the "Constable A.C. Hurst Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Alexander Charlie "A.C." Hurst, a dedicated public servant who served as the Constable of the 4th District of Claiborne County, Tennessee, for 34 years;<br /> <br /> (9) A segment of Interstate 24 in Davidson County, the "Rayford-Brown-Glover-Tate Families Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Erma Rayford, Linda Rayford, Paula and Paul Rayford, Pernetta Brown, Georgia Glover, Johnetta Glover, and Pernetta Tate, who were the victims of one of the worst traffic accidents in Tennessee's history;<br /> <br /> (10) The bridge on State Route 247 (Snow Creek Road) spanning Leipers Creek in Maury County, the "Carl Harris, Jr. Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Carl Harris, Jr., a man of impeccable character, breeder of fine horses, and ardent supporter of the Tennessee Farm Bureau;<br /> <br /> (11) A segment of State Route 13 (U.S. Highway 79) in the City of Clarksville, the "Jerry Jerkins Memorial Boulevard" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident of the City of Clarksville, who was instrumental in the naming of Wilma Rudolph Boulevard;<br /> <br /> (12) The bridge on State Route 1 spanning East Fork Stones River in Cannon County, the "Melton Memorial Bridge" to honor the memories of J. Barrett Melton, Sr., J. Barrett "Mose" Melton, Jr., and J. Barrett "Johnny" Melton III, who devoted their lives to serving the Woodbury community and who served for decades as respected lawyers;<br /> <br /> (13) A segment of State Route 266 (Cainsville Road) in Wilson County, the "Brent O'Neal Bishop Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved son and outstanding athlete from the community of Watertown, Wilson County, whose young life was tragically cut short in a car accident at the age of seventeen;<br /> <br /> (14) The bridge on State Route 449 (Veterans Boulevard) spanning Middle Creek in the City of Sevierville, the "Norman L. Burchfiel Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this exemplary public servant who served on the Sevier County Commission for 12 years and who was active in many local charitable causes in his hometown;<br /> <br /> (15) The walking path along and crossing Interstate 40 between Peach Avenue and Overton Park Avenue and connecting Decatur Street within the City of Memphis, the "Gladys Bennett Memorial Walking Path" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the City of Memphis, who solidified her legacy within the history of Memphis when she established, owned, and operated a vocational school for the domestic arts from within her residence during a time when African Americans were not permitted to attend institutions of higher education;<br /> <br /> (16) The bridge on State Route 52 spanning State Route 28 / U.S. Highway 127 in Fentress County, the "Sgt. Willie E. Crabtree Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Willie E. Crabtree, Sergeant, United States Army, a well-respected and long-time resident of the City of Jamestown and Fentress County, who on December 16, 1944, displayed extraordinary heroism while engaged with the enemy and was subsequently awarded the Silver Star for gallantry;<br /> <br /> (17) The bridge on Gatewood Ford Road spanning the Clear Fork River on the county line of Fentress and Morgan counties the "Loy Tompkins Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Loy Tompkins, a dedicated member of the community who was a farmer at heart and in practice and widely recognized as being a good, honest friend who was helpful to everyone, including through the donation of land that allowed this bridge to be built to connect Morgan and Fentress counties and land for the new Deer Lodge Elementary School;<br /> <br /> (18) State Route 421 in its entirety (lying in Decatur and Hardin counties), the "SMSgt. Franklin R. Bledsoe Memorial Highway" as a lasting tribute to an officer and gentleman and resident of the Hinkle community of Hardin County whose valiant service in the military for 23 years and his love of his family, his fellow citizens, and his country, stand as enduring examples of all the characteristics that have ensured the continued freedom of our nation and the preservation of its ideals over the course of our history;<br /> <br /> (19) The bridge on State Route 45 (Old Hickory Boulevard) spanning Interstate 40 in Davidson County, the "First Responders Overpass" to honor the numerous dedicated public servants who provide an immeasurable service to their community through their work as first responders;<br /> <br /> (20) The bridge on State Route 10/U.S. Highway 231 spanning Norris Creek in Lincoln County, the "CPT William J. 'Bill' Harp Memorial Bridge" to honor William Joseph "Bill" Harp, Captain, United States Army, a resident of Lincoln County and highly decorated combat veteran who served as a Green Beret during the Vietnam War and most of his military career and who, after retirement from the military, dedicated himself to continued service as a County Veteran Service Officer and advocate for veterans;<br /> <br /> (21) The exit for Morrison Springs Road on U.S. Highway 27 in the City of Red Bank, the "Richard Floyd Interchange" in honor of Richard Floyd, a dedicated and exemplary public servant who selflessly served the citizens of the City of Red Bank and this state during his eight-year tenure as a member of the house of representatives;<br /> <br /> (22) The parallel bridges on State Route 68 in the City of Sweetwater, spanning Interstate 75, the "Clinton Riddle Memorial Bridge" in recognition of this distinguished resident of the City of Sweetwater and courageous World War II veteran who has generously given of himself throughout his life for the betterment and prosperity of the citizens of the City of Sweetwater and the state of Tennessee;<br /> <br /> (23) A segment of State Route 1/U.S. Highway 79 (Summer Avenue) in the City of Bartlett, the "Rep. Jim Coley Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated and exemplary public servant who selflessly served the citizens of the City of Bartlett and this state during his tenure as a member of the house of representatives;<br /> <br /> (24) The intersection of Dry Hollow Road and Rushing Springs Road in the Rickman Community, Overton County, the "Tony, Gabe, and Alex Krantz Memorial Intersection" in honor of these three members of the Krantz family and Rickman Community who shuffled off this mortal coil much too soon;<br /> <br /> (25) A segment of U.S. Highway 79 within Henry County, "The Gold Star Families Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (26) A segment of U.S. Highway 45E (Milan Highway) in Gibson County, the "Alex and Alyssa Memorial Highway" to honor the memories of Alex Barber and Alyssa Anguiano, whose young lives were tragically cut short as a result of a car accident on June 23, 2018, while returning home from delivering a donation to the Mustard Seed in Milan;<br /> <br /> (27) The bridge on State Route 75 spanning Clear Fork Creek in the middle of the Armentrout Farm in the Bowmantown community, Washington County, the "John Mack Armentrout Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected resident of the Bowmantown community and highly decorated veteran of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II;<br /> <br /> (28) The bridge on Saltillo Road spanning White Oak Creek in Hardin County, the "PFC Arthur Ross, Jr. Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this devoted patriot, husband, father, grandfather, and resident of the Morris Chapel community, Hardin County, Tennessee, who, as a veteran of World War II, was awarded the Bronze Star by General George Patton for his act of heroism evacuating casualties from a disabled tank under direct fire on January 6, 1945, in Belgium;<br /> <br /> (29) The bridge on State Route 76 spanning Watkins Creek south of the City of Williston, Fayette County, the "James 'Bud' Glover Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of James "Bud" Glover, an exceptional resident of Fayette County who was one of the county's most illustrious citizens;<br /> <br /> (30) A segment of State Route 125 in Hardeman County, the "Chief Monroe Jordan Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated public servant to Hardeman County, who served as a law enforcement officer with the City of Bolivar and who retired as Chief of the Middleton Police Department in 2006;<br /> <br /> (31) The bridge on State Route 10 / U.S. Highway 231 (North Main Street) spanning Little Hurricane Creek in the City of Shelbyville, the "PFC Forrest Wells Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Forrest Wells, Private First Class, United States Army, a native of Bedford County, loving husband and father, and loyal employee at Empire Pencil Company who, in 2014, posthumously received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement in active ground combat during World War II, including heroic actions on the night of July 29, 1944, while serving as a member of a gun section in the vicinity of Hebeckrevon, France;<br /> <br /> (32) A segment of State Route 96 in Williamson County, the "Elder Jasper G. Hatcher, Sr. Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved father, husband, and pastor emeritus, who pastored several churches in the Middle Tennessee area and retired after 33 years of dedicated service;<br /> <br /> (33) The U.S. Highway 70/70A Bypass (Huntingdon Bypass/Veterans Drive) within Carroll County, the "Col. Jim Harding Bypass" in honor of Colonel Jim Harding, United States Air Force (retired), who, as a veteran of the Vietnam War, demonstrated valiant service to our nation as one of Tennessee's most courageous citizens and who was awarded many commendations;<br /> <br /> (34) The exit for Interstate 26 (James H. Quillen Parkway) on State Route 67 / U.S. Highway 321 (University Parkway), both northbound and southbound, in Washington County, the "Billy Graham Memorial Interchange" in honor of this distinguished and well-respected evangelist, civil rights leader, and counselor;<br /> <br /> (35) The bridge on State Route 62 (Nashville Highway) spanning White Creek in Morgan County, the "Branstetter Brothers Memorial Bridge – Cecil, Eugene, Ellis, Miller, Jr., Archie, Lee" to honor these well-respected residents of Morgan County and veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States: Cecil Dewey Branstetter – United States Army; Eugene Earl Branstetter – United States Army; Ellis Clayton Branstetter – United States Army; Miller Henry Branstetter, Jr. – United States Army; Archie Alexander Branstetter – United States Navy; and Lee Wilford Branstetter – United States Army;<br /> <br /> (36) A segment of State Route 329 (Deer Lodge Highway) within Morgan County, "Veterans Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (37) The entire segment of U.S. Highway 79 within Stewart County, the "Gold Star Families Memorial Highway";<br /> <br /> (38) A segment of College Street in the City of Clarksville, the "F. Evans Harvill Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident, lawyer, philanthropist, and ardent supporter of Austin Peay State University;<br /> <br /> (39) The bridge on Interstate 75 spanning State Route 2/U.S. Highway 64 in the city of Ooltewah, Hamilton County, the "State Representative Mike Carter Memorial Bridge" in recognition of Owen Michael "Mike" Carter, a dedicated and well-respected public servant who worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life of the residents of Ooltewah and Hamilton County through his roles as an attorney, judge, and state representative for District 29;<br /> <br /> (40) The bridge on U.S. Highway 64 spanning Hurricane Creek in the City of Waynesboro, the "Joe I. Hall, M.D. Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected physician and resident of Waynesboro;<br /> <br /> (41) The new bridge on Brights Pike spanning Spring Creek in Hamblen County, the "Lewis T. Murph Bridge" in honor of the retired, longtime engineer who was employed with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for 51.5 years;<br /> <br /> (42) The bridge on State Route 125 North spanning Little Piney Creek entering the Town of Silerton, the "Phyllis Hopper Naylor Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and exceptional public servant who served as Mayor of Silerton and as Postmaster for Silerton for 25 years;<br /> <br /> (43) The bridge on State Route 11 (Lewisburg Highway) spanning Pigeon Roost Creek in Giles County, the "Cpl. Waylon H. Denton Bridge" to honor Waylon H. Denton, Corporal, United States Army, a well-respected and long-time resident of Giles County, who provided distinguished and heroic service during the Korean War as part of Company C, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, making untold and innumerable sacrifices to preserve the liberties we enjoy today;<br /> <br /> (44) A segment of State Route 56 (Lafayette Road) in the City of Red Boiling Springs, the "Jimmy Cook Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved and well-respected resident of Red Boiling Springs;<br /> <br /> (45) A segment of State Route 262/State Route 56 (Willette Road) in Macon County, the "Clay 'Bully' Thomas Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this former magistrate and well-respected businessman and resident of Macon County;<br /> <br /> (46) A segment of State Route 111 (Livingston Highway) in Pickett County, the "Congressman Lincoln Davis Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated public servant and well-respected resident of Pickett County, who represented Tennessee's Fourth Congressional District from 2003 to 2011, and previously served as mayor of the City of Byrdstown and six years as a state senator;<br /> <br /> (47) A segment of State Route 111 (Livingston Highway) in Pickett County, the "Representative Leslie Winningham Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated educator and well-respected public servant, who served as a teacher, coach, principal, and school superintendent prior to representing the 38th District in the State House of Representatives from the 94th through the 106th General Assemblies;<br /> <br /> (48) A segment of State Route 120 in Stewart County, the "Erv Brame, Bernie Walter, and Bill Cherry – Stewart County Athletes Highway" to honor three home-grown, gifted athletes who attained the very pinnacle of sporting achievement;<br /> <br /> (49) The exit for McGavock Pike on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) in Davidson County, the "Ronnie Hobbs Memorial Interchange" to honor the memory of James Ronald "Ronnie" Hobbs, a tenacious entrepreneur and hardworking businessman in Nashville, particularly in the Music Valley Area;<br /> <br /> (50) The exit for Gallatin Road on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) in Davidson County, the "Robert B. Beck, Sr. Memorial Interchange" to honor the memory of Robert Beryl "Bob" Beck, Sr., a well-respected resident and hardworking businessman in Nashville, who was active in the real estate business as a broker in the East Nashville, Inglewood, Madison, Dickerson Road, and Goodlettsville areas for over 50 years;<br /> <br /> (51) A segment of State Route 71 / U.S. Highway 441 South (Chapman Highway) in the City of Knoxville, the "Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the City of Knoxville who served his country with honor and distinction during World War II when, after being captured as a prisoner of war (POW) by the Germans during the Battle of the Bulge and being ordered by a German commander to have only the Jewish POWs present themselves, he boldly ordered all 1,000 America POWs to stand in unity and in formation outside of their barracks, which ultimately saved the lives of 200 Jewish POWs;<br /> <br /> (52) The bridge on State Route 328 (Oakdale Highway/Georgia Street) in the City of Harriman, the "George W. Davis Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this prominent, successful businessman in the City of Harriman for over 30 years and former member of the Roane County Commission;<br /> <br /> (53) A segment of State Route 294 (Willow Grove Highway) in Clay County, the "Charlie E. Ferrell Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of the community of Allons who served his country with honor and distinction during the Korean War, with thirty-seven months spent as a prisoner of war;<br /> <br /> (54) A segment of U.S. Highway 41 within Robertson County, the "Orange Heart Memorial Parkway" to honor veterans of the Vietnam War who were exposed to Agent Orange;<br /> <br /> (55) A segment of U.S. Highway 41 within Robertson County, the "Gold Star Family Parkway";<br /> <br /> (56) A segment of U.S. Highway 431 in Lincoln County, the "Gold Star Families Memorial Highway"; <br /> <br /> (57) The bridge on State Route 69A spanning Jones Branch south of the Town of Big Sandy, Benton County, the "Jaylen Christopher Memorial Bridge" to honor this young, big-hearted resident of Benton County who starred on the Big Sandy High School basketball team and left this life too soon;<br /> <br /> (58) A segment of State Route 290 in Jackson County, the "J.T. Watts Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved husband, father, and resident of the Nameless community of Jackson County who served his community as a farmer and owner of a general merchandise store;<br /> <br /> (59) The parallel bridges on State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 spanning Big Cypress Creek in Fayette County, the "Arthur David 'Butch' Rhea Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this well-known, native resident of Fayette County who worked for and later purchased the Fayette Falcon newspaper, where he served the local communities and Fayette County for almost 55 years;<br /> <br /> (60) A segment of State Route 78 in Dyer County, the "Matthew Dial Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Matthew Thomas "Matt" Dial, a well-respected Lake County correctional officer and resident of Tiptonville;<br /> <br /> (61) The bridge on Williams Street spanning U.S. Highway 51 in the Town of Newbern, the "Coach Ab Davis Memorial Bridge" to honor this well-respected resident of Newbern and legendary head coach of the Dyer County High School football team, who coached the Choctaws for 30 years and led them to win the State Championship in 1973;<br /> <br /> (62) The bridge spanning Little Turkey Creek in Knox County, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "1st Lt. Jackie Carroll Walker Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Jackie Carroll Walker, First Lieutenant, United States Army, who served with distinction and honor in the Vietnam War while defending our freedom and our way of life so that we could continue to live in peace here at home and who made the ultimate sacrifice on November 20, 1969, when he died from combat wounds received in Vietnam;<br /> <br /> (63) A segment of U.S. Highway 412 in Lewis County, the "Benjamin L. "Benny" Pace Highway" to honor this well-respected educator and resident of Lewis County who is retiring after 19 years as the Lewis County Director of Schools, and who served as a teacher, coach, and principal for many years at Lewis County High School;<br /> <br /> (64) A segment of State Route 48 in Lewis County, the "Tootsie Bess Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this prominent businesswoman who was born and raised in Hohenwald before establishing the world-famous bar and music venue in Nashville known as Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, and who, as a result, was a prominent figure in the country music industry for nearly two decades before her death in 1978;<br /> <br /> (65) A segment of West Levi Road in Shelby County, the "Rep. Johnnie Turner Highway" to honor this devoted mother, grandmother, and public servant, and former civil rights advocate administrator, who served the citizens of this state and the 85th House District with distinction as a member of the 106th through 110th General Assemblies;<br /> <br /> (66) A segment of U.S. Highway 45 West in the City of Kenton, the "White Squirrel Winery Highway" to honor this well-regarded local business;<br /> <br /> (67) A segment of State Route 3 in the City of Memphis, the "Hazel Moore Highway" to honor Hazel Moore, a highly respected community leader who is known as the unofficial "Mayor of Whitehaven" and a recipient of the Memphis City Council's MLK Humanitarian Award;<br /> <br /> (68) A segment of State Route 332 (South Northshore Drive) within the City of Knoxville, the "Veteran Suicide Memorial Mile" to honor the courageous men and women who have served this country and struggled in the aftermath of such service by bringing awareness to this country's veteran suicide crisis and corresponding prevention efforts;<br /> <br /> (69) A segment of State Route 58 in Meigs County, the "Robert 'Bobby' Roberts Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this well-respected resident of Meigs County and farmer who was a devout church goer and ardent mentor and supporter of the next generation of farmers;<br /> <br /> (70) The bridge on State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) spanning Centennial Boulevard in Nashville, the "Tallu Schuyler Quinn Memorial Bridge" to honor this incredibly well-respected nonprofit leader, minister, and resident of the City of Nashville who founded the Nashville Food Project, and who, after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, subsequently penned several essays on what it meant to live with a terminal diagnosis and still find meaning;<br /> <br /> (71) A segment of U.S. Highway 70E/State Route 1 in Madison County, the "Mary P. Bowen Highway" to honor this well-respected resident of Madison County who has contributed greatly to her community through her numerous charitable and civic-minded efforts;<br /> <br /> (72) A segment of Clarksville Pike in Nashville, the "Gold Star Highway"; and<br /> <br /> (73) A segment of U.S. Highway 641 South in Decatur County, the "Holly Bobo Memorial Highway" to honor Holly Bobo, a beloved daughter and native of Decatur County, whose selfless and kind nature touched all of those in the community and whose life was tragically cut short.<br /> <br /> ON APRIL 7, 2022, THE HOUSE SUBSTITUTED SENATE BILL 1668 FOR HOUSE BILL 1654, ADOPTED AMENDMENTS #2, #3, AND #4, AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1668, AS AMENDED.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #2 removes the provision for naming a segment of State Route 1/U.S. Highway 79 (Summer Avenue) in the City of Bartlett, the "Rep. Jim Coley Memorial Highway."<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #3 names the exit for State Route 73 (Exit 440) on Interstate 40 in Cocke County the "Charles L. McGaha Memorial Interchange," in honor of Charles L. McGaha, Major, United States Army, with signs to be paid for with nonstate funds.<br /> <br /> AMENDMENT #4 names a segment of Woodland Street in Nashville the "Officer John R. Anderson, IV Memorial Highway," in honor of the memory of this officer with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, who died while serving in the line of duty.<br /> <br /> ON APRIL 14, 2022, THE SENATE CONCURRED IN HOUSE AMENDMENT #2 AND RESET SENATE BILL 1668.<br />
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