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HB1752 • 2026

Highways, Roads and Bridges

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 54, relative to transportation infrastructure.

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Sponsor
Howell, Massey
Last action
2026-04-06
Official status
Sponsor(s) Added.
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The bill summary text does not provide information on how these memorials will be funded or if there are any limits to naming roads and bridges in Tennessee for such purposes.

Naming Roads and Bridges in Tennessee

This bill designates several roads and bridges in Tennessee to honor military veterans and first responders who died while serving their country or community.

What This Bill Does

  • Designates a segment of State Route 22 as the 'PFC Bishop Marvin Lee Memorial Highway' to honor PFC Marvin Lee, who died during World War I.
  • Names a section of State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 as the 'Sgt. Rick N. Finley Memorial Highway' in memory of Sgt. Rick N. Finley, who was killed while serving with the McNairy County Sheriff's Office.
  • Designates a bridge on State Route 199 as the 'Chandler-Crowe Memorial Bridge' to honor two soldiers, Robert Larry Chandler and Charles Douglas Crowe, who died during the Vietnam War.
  • Names a segment of Interstate 640 in Knox County as the 'SGT Hugh J. Carlisle Memorial Highway' to remember SGT Hugh J. Carlisle, who was killed during World War II.
  • Designates a bridge on State Route 33 as the 'Roger Estes Memorial Bridge' to honor Roger Estes, a veteran and firefighter who died while directing traffic in New Tazewell.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The residents of Tennessee will see changes in road signs along designated highways and bridges.
  • Veterans groups and families of the honored individuals may be involved in commemorative activities or events.

Terms To Know

Memorial Highway
A highway that is named to honor a person who died while serving their country or community.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not specify how these memorials will be funded.
  • It is unclear if there are any limits to naming roads and bridges in Tennessee for such purposes.

Amendments

These notes stay tied to the official amendment files and metadata from the legislature.

Amendment 1-0 to HB1752

Plain English: The amendment designates specific segments of highways and bridges in Tennessee as memorial sites for fallen soldiers and law enforcement officers.

  • Designates a segment of State Route 22 in McNairy County as the 'PFC Bishop Marvin Lee Memorial Highway' to honor Private First Class Marvin Lee, who died during World War I.
  • Designates a segment of State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 in McNairy County as the 'Sgt. Rick N. Finley Memorial Highway' to honor Sergeant Rick N. Finley, who was killed in the line of duty.
  • Designates a bridge on State Route 199 (Finger-Leapwood Road) spanning Huggins Creek in McNairy County as the 'Chandler-Crowe Memorial Bridge' to honor Private First Class Robert Larry Chandler and Specialist Charles Douglas Crowe, who died during the Vietnam War.
  • Designates a segment of Interstate 640 in Knox County as the 'SGT Hugh J. Carlisle Memorial Highway' to honor Sergeant Hugh J. Carlisle, who died during World War II.
  • The amendment text is truncated and does not provide complete information for all designated sites.
  • Details about funding sources beyond Section 54-1-133 are not specified in the provided text.
Amendment 2-0 to HB1752

Plain English: This amendment adds a new section to HB1752, designating a specific segment of Interstate 155 in Dyer County as the 'Shawn Stewart Memorial Highway' and setting conditions for its implementation.

  • Designates a one-mile stretch of Interstate 155 from mile marker 1 to mile marker 2 in Dyer County as the 'Shawn Stewart Memorial Highway'.
  • Requires the Tennessee Department of Transportation to install appropriate signs designating this segment, following specific guidelines.
  • Specifies that the designation is honorary and does not affect address systems or previously named segments.
  • The amendment only takes effect if nonstate funds cover the cost of sign manufacturing and installation within one year of the bill's enactment.
Amendment 3-0 to HB1752

Plain English: This amendment adds a new section to HB1752 that designates a specific segment of State Route 100 in Davidson County as the 'Colby Ross Chase Memorial Highway' and requires signs to be placed there, but only if nonstate funds cover the costs.

  • Designates a part of State Route 100 near Edwin Warner Park as the 'Colby Ross Chase Memorial Highway'.
  • Requires the Tennessee Department of Transportation to put up suitable signs for this memorial highway.
  • Specifies that the cost of making and putting up these signs must be covered by nonstate funds within one year.
  • The exact costs associated with manufacturing and installing the signs are not specified in the amendment text.
Amendment 1-0 to SB1478

Plain English: The amendment designates specific segments of highways and a bridge in Tennessee as memorial sites for fallen soldiers and law enforcement officers.

  • Designates State Route 22 in McNairy County as the 'PFC Bishop Marvin Lee Memorial Highway' to honor Private First Class Marvin Lee who died during World War I.
  • Designates State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 in McNairy County as the 'Sgt. Rick N. Finley Memorial Highway' to honor Sergeant Rick N. Finley, a law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty.
  • Designates the bridge on State Route 199 spanning Huggins Creek in McNairy County as the 'Chandler-Crowe Memorial Bridge' to honor two soldiers who died during the Vietnam War.
  • Designates Interstate 640 from Exit 6 to Exit 8 in Knox County as the 'SGT Hugh J. Carlisle Memorial Highway' to honor Sergeant Hugh J. Carlisle, a World War II veteran.
  • The amendment text is truncated and does not provide information about all designated memorial sites.
  • Details on how the signage will be funded beyond referencing existing Tennessee law are not provided.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-13 Tennessee General Assembly

    Sponsor(s) Added.

  2. 2026-04-13 Tennessee General Assembly

    Concurred, Ayes 33, Nays 0 (Amendment 3 - HA1037)

  3. 2026-04-13 Tennessee General Assembly

    Concurred, Ayes 33, Nays 0 (Amendment 2 - HA0711)

  4. 2026-04-10 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on Senate Message Calendar for 4/13/2026

  5. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Sponsor(s) Added.

  6. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Comp. SB subst.

  7. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Passed H., as am., Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0

  8. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    H. adopted am. (Amendment 3 - HA1037)

  9. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    H. adopted am. (Amendment 2 - HA0711)

  10. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Am. withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - HA0710)

  11. 2026-04-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Subst. for comp. HB.

  12. 2026-04-02 Tennessee General Assembly

    H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/6/2026

  13. 2026-04-01 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 4/2/2026

  14. 2026-03-31 Tennessee General Assembly

    Rec. for pass; ref to Calendar & Rules Committee

  15. 2026-03-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on cal. Finance, Ways, and Means Committee for 3/31/2026

  16. 2026-03-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Rec. for pass by s/c ref. to Finance, Ways, and Means Committee

  17. 2026-03-18 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on s/c cal Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee for 3/25/2026

  18. 2026-03-17 Tennessee General Assembly

    Assigned to s/c Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee

  19. 2026-03-17 Tennessee General Assembly

    Rec. for pass. if am., ref. to Finance, Ways, and Means Committee

  20. 2026-03-12 Tennessee General Assembly

    Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.

  21. 2026-03-11 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on cal. Transportation Committee for 3/17/2026

  22. 2026-03-10 Tennessee General Assembly

    Rec for pass if am by s/c ref. to Transportation Committee

  23. 2026-03-09 Tennessee General Assembly

    Engrossed; ready for transmission to House

  24. 2026-03-09 Tennessee General Assembly

    Passed Senate as amended, Ayes 32, Nays 0

  25. 2026-03-09 Tennessee General Assembly

    Senate adopted Amendment (Amendment 1 - SA0614)

  26. 2026-03-06 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on Senate Regular Calendar for 3/9/2026

  27. 2026-03-04 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on s/c cal Transportation Subcommittee for 3/10/2026

  28. 2026-03-04 Tennessee General Assembly

    Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 8, Nays 0 PNV 0

  29. 2026-03-03 Tennessee General Assembly

    Action Def. in s/c Transportation Subcommittee to 3/10/2026

  30. 2026-02-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on s/c cal Transportation Subcommittee for 3/3/2026

  31. 2026-02-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Assigned to s/c Transportation Subcommittee

  32. 2026-02-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Ref. to Transportation Committee

  33. 2026-02-25 Tennessee General Assembly

    Placed on Senate Transportation and Safety Committee calendar for 3/4/2026

  34. 2026-01-22 Tennessee General Assembly

    P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.

  35. 2026-01-21 Tennessee General Assembly

    Intro., P1C.

  36. 2026-01-20 Tennessee General Assembly

    Filed for introduction

  37. 2026-01-14 Tennessee General Assembly

    Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee

  38. 2026-01-13 Tennessee General Assembly

    Introduced, Passed on First Consideration

  39. 2025-11-17 Tennessee General Assembly

    Filed for introduction

Official Summary Text

ON MARCH 9, 2026, THE SENATE ADOPTED AMENDMENT #1 AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1478, AS AMENDED.

AMENDMENT #1 rewrites the bill to, instead, make the following revisions regarding the naming of certain roads and bridges:

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The segment of State Route 22 in McNairy County, beginning at the intersection of such route with Fisher Lane and ending at the McNairy County - Hardin County boundary, is hereby designated the "PFC Bishop Marvin Lee Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Bishop Marvin Lee, Private First Class, United States Army, who served with distinction and honor in World War I as a member of the 167th Infantry Regiment, 42nd "Rainbow" Division, while defending our freedom and our way of life and who made the ultimate sacrifice on July 31, 1918, when he died from injuries he received after an artillery shell exploded near him when providing aid to another solider in the Battle of Chateau-Thierry in France.

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The segment of State Route 15 / U.S. Highway 64 in McNairy County, beginning at the intersection of such route with Emmons Road and ending at the intersection of such route with Boyds Orchard Lane, is hereby designated the "Sgt. Rick N. Finley Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Rick N. Finley, Sergeant with the McNairy County Sherriff's Office, who was killed in the line of duty on December 14, 2024.

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The bridge on State Route 199 (Finger-Leapwood Road) spanning Huggins Creek in McNairy County is hereby designated the "Chandler-Crowe Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Robert Larry Chandler, Private First Class, United States Army, who was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star, and who served with honor and distinction as a member of the 25th Infantry Division, 3rd Squadron, 4th Calvary, Troop B, while defending our freedom and our way of life, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on January 6, 1969, when he was mortally wounded in hostile action with the enemy during the Vietnam War, and to honor the memory of Charles Douglas Crowe, Specialist, United States Army, who served with honor and distinction as a member of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, while defending our freedom and our way of life, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on July 16, 1966, after succumbing to sepsis caused by contracting melioidosis, an infectious bacterial disease, while serving in Vietnam.

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The segment of Interstate 640 in Knox County, beginning at Exit 6 and ending at Exit 8, is hereby designated the "SGT Hugh J. Carlisle Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Hugh J. Carlisle, Sergeant, United States Army, a highly decorated veteran who served with distinction and honor in World War II while defending our freedom and our way of life and who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 23, 1945, when he was mortally wounded during combat operations when clearing the Saar-Moselle Triangle in Germany.

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The bridge on State Route 33 spanning Big Barren Creek in Claiborne County is hereby designated the "Roger Estes Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this veteran of the United States Navy and exemplary public servant who served for 22 years as a firefighter in New Hampshire and who later, after moving to New Tazewell, served for 15 years as a volunteer firefighter with the South Claiborne Volunteer Fire Department, and who, in his capacity as a volunteer firefighter, made the ultimate sacrifice on July 4, 2022, when he was struck by a motor vehicle while directing traffic.

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The segment of State Route 63 (Newmans Ridge Road) in Hancock County, beginning from the address 5367 Newmans Ridge Road, Sneedville, Tennessee 37869, and ending at the boundary of the City of Sneedville, is hereby designated the "SP4 Larry Sexton Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of Larry Sexton, Light Weapon Infantry Specialist, United States Army, a veteran and Purple Heart recipient who served with distinction and honor in the Vietnam War while defending our freedom and our way of life and who made the ultimate sacrifice on August 28, 1967, when he was mortally wounded during combat operations in South Vietnam.

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The Awalt bridge on State Route 476 (Awalt Road) spanning Tims Ford Lake in Franklin County, is hereby designated the "SP4 Randy Ward Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Randy Neal Ward, Specialist 4, United States Army, who served with honor and distinction as a member of C Company, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, while defending our freedom and our way of life, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on January 27, 1968, when he was mortally wounded in the Quang Nam Province of Vietnam.

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The bridge on State Route 100 (Kendrick Road) spanning Charles Creek in Hardin County is hereby designated the "PFC Charles Barto Jenkins Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Charles Barto Jenkins, Private First Class, United States Army, who served with honor and distinction as a member of the 28th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, while defending our freedom and our way of life, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on March 3, 1945, when he was mortally wounded while engaged in combat with the enemy in Luxembourg during World War II.

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The segment of State Route 249 (River Road) in Cheatham County beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 49 and ending at the intersection of such route with State Route 251 is hereby designated the "Deputy Lee Roy Happel Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this public servant who, as a deputy with the Cheatham County Sherriff's Department, made the ultimate sacrifice on Memorial Day, May 30, 1969, when he was involved in a fatal automobile accident while responding to a call.

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The bridge on State Route 262 (Gladdice Highway) spanning Long Branch approximately six miles west of the junction of such route with State Route 53 in the Town of Gainesboro, Tennessee is hereby designated the "John Cason Memorial Bridge" to honor this dedicated public servant who was committed to the betterment of Jackson County and who served as a county commissioner for 24 years and county mayor for four years.

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The overpass on Interstate 40 at Exit 301 in the Town of Monterey is hereby designated the "CS3 Zachary T. Schonborn Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this patriotic veteran and beloved resident of the Town of Monterey, who served in the United States Navy.

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The segment of State Route 11 / U.S. Highway 41A (Nolensville Pike) in Nashville, beginning at the intersection of such route State Route 254 (Old Hickory Blvd) and ending on such route across from the entrance to the Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church is hereby designated the "Commander Anthony McClain Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this exceptional public servant of Nashville and Davidson County who impeccably and compassionately served as a law enforcement officer for 27 years with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department before assuming command of the North Precinct in 2021.

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The segment of State Route 114 / U.S. Highway 641 in Wayne County, beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 128 (West Pillow Street) and ending at mile marker 1, is hereby designated the "Preston W. and 'Darbo' Carroll Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of these highly regarded residents of Clifton, Tennessee, who, as a business owner and teacher, made a positive impact on their community for nearly four decades.

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The segments of State Route 128 and Walnut Street in Clifton, beginning at the stop sign at the entrance to the Clifton Ferry Landing Park on State Route 128 (Water Street), continuing to Walnut Street with State Route 128 (West Pillow Street) is hereby designated the "Bill and Doris Beckham Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of these well-regarded residents of Clifton, Tennessee, who, as a public servant and family business owner, made a positive impact on the Clifton community for over 40 years.

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The segment of State Route 128 (East Water Street) in Clifton, beginning at the stop sign at the entrance to the Clifton Ferry Landing Park on such route and ending at the bridge near Clifton City Park is hereby designated the "W.S. and Tootsie Howard Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of these well-regarded residents of Clifton, Tennessee, who have lasting legacies of community involvement.

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The segment of State Route 234 in McNairy County, beginning at the Tennessee
–
Mississippi state line and ending at the intersection of such route with Mount Vernon Road is hereby designated the "Jeff York Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated resident of the Chewalla community of McNairy County who served as sports editor of the
Independent Appeal
and as a writer for the
Daily Corinthian
for over 25 years and who won numerous state press awards for writing in Tennessee and Mississippi.

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The bridge on U.S. Highway 31E (Gallatin Pike) spanning State Route 155 (Briley Parkway) in Nashville is hereby designated as the "Representative Carson W. 'Bill' Beck Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this dedicated and well-respected lawyer, public servant, and resident of Nashville and Davidson County, who served as the State Representative from the 51st District for nearly a decade, and who offered mentorship, wisdom, and levity to members of his community and the General Assembly.

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The segment of Interstate 840 in Rutherford County, beginning at mile marker 53 and ending at mile marker 55 is hereby designated the "Kyler Gatica Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this young resident of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, who was a beloved son, friend, and high school athlete, and who was tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident when returning home with his family from a trip to Florida.

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The bridge (Bridge No. 60SR0990021) on State Route 99 / U.S. Highway 412 (Hampshire Pike) spanning Greenlick Creek in Maury County is hereby designated the "Jim and Beth DuBois Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of these highly regarded residents of Columbia, Tennessee, who, as a lawyer and co-owner of DuBois Closing and Title Services, were generous and active members of the Columbia community and made a positive impact on residents through numerous civic and community activities.

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The segment of State Route 22 in the Town of Samburg beginning at the northern boundary of the town and ending at the southern boundary of the town is hereby designated the "Chandler Joe Smith Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this young resident of Samburg, beloved son, brother, grandson, and nephew, and avid outdoorsman and athlete.

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The segment of State Route 108 in Grundy County beginning at mile marker six and ending at mile marker seven is hereby designated the "Barton Dodson Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this beloved father, husband, grandfather, brother, and native of Grundy County, and world-record setting, 13 time gold medalist who represented Tennessee in the Paralympic Games in Seoul, Barcelona, and Sydney, and who has been recognized in the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame for his athletic excellence in wheelchair racing.

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The bridge on Jake Thomas Road spanning Middle Creek nearest the intersection of such road with State Route 449 (Veterans Boulevard) in the City of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "Loveday Family Bridge" to honor the memory of Jere Loveday, a highly regarded resident of Pigeon Forge, who as a farmer worked his land near Middle Creek for decades and collaborated with state and local officials in the planning of the Jake Thomas Road connector and State Route 449 through his property.

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The segment of State Route 34 / U.S. Highway 11E in the community of Strawberry Plains beginning at the intersection of such route with Hamilton Street and ending at the intersection of such route with Bronze Road is hereby designated the "Frank Niceley Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this principled and well-informed legislator and resident of Jefferson County who served 24 years in the General Assembly, including three terms in the Senate during the 108th through the 113th General Assemblies.

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The segment of State Route 170 / U.S. Highway 441 in Union County beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 61 (Andersonville Highway) and ending at the intersection of such route with Foster Road is hereby designated the "Glen and Ruth Cooke Highway" to honor these extraordinary residents of Union County who have dedicated their time, leadership abilities, efforts, and resources to the betterment of the community.

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The bridge on State Route 57 spanning Teague Branch west of the City of Moscow, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "James Marcus Teague and Nancy Jo Leggett Memorial Bridge" to honor these extraordinary residents of Fayette County who dedicated their time, leadership abilities, efforts, and resources to the betterment of their community.

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The bridge on State Route 179 (Charleston Road) spanning Little Muddy Creek in Haywood County, is hereby designated the "Freddie Louis Whittiemoore Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of Freddy "Buddy" Whittiemore and commemorate his legacy as a loving family man and devoted citizen of Haywood County.

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The segment of State Route 76 in the City of Adams beginning at the intersection of such route with Booth Road and ending at the bridge spanning the railway near Main Street is hereby designated the "Leanne Morgan and Fletcher Family Highway" to honor Leanne Morgan and the Fletcher family, including Jimmy and Lucille Fletcher, distinguished residents and fixtures of the Adams community who have dedicated their time, efforts, and resources to the betterment of their community.
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The segment of State Route 32 / U.S. Highway 25E in the City of Harrogate beginning at the intersection of such route with Powell River Road and ending at the intersection of such route with State Route 63 is hereby designated the "Dr. George Day Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated physician and resident of the City of Harrogate who proudly practiced and served the citizens of the Tri-State area for 62 years until his retirement on July 9, 2021.

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The segment of State Route 63 beginning at the intersection of such route with Brown Town Road (Alantus Hill Road) and ending at the intersection of such route with Rebel Hollow Road in Claiborne County is hereby designated the "James Baker Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated banker for over 50 years who helped strengthen families and the community in Tazewell and Claiborne County by helping families buy homes.

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The segment of State Route 33 in the City of New Tazewell beginning at the eastern boundary of the City of Tazewell and ending at the intersection of such route with Snodgrass Road is hereby designated the "Roger Ball Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this cherished resident of Claiborne County who was a former educator and contributed to his community through his service on several boards.

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The segment of State Route 92 beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 375 (Lakeshore Drive) and ending at the intersection of such route with Buffalo Springs Road in Grainger County is hereby designated the "Jerri and David Bishop Highway" to honor these highly regarded residents of Grainger County, who, as chair of the Grainger County Republican Party and member of the State Executive Committee of the Tennessee Republican Party, have been actively involved in their community.

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The bridge on State Route 70 (Sparta Pike) spanning Spring Creek in Wilson County is hereby designated the "Ray Donald Fleming Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this highly regarded resident of Wilson County, who, as a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, served his community throughout his life and embodied the values of duty, sacrifice, and dedication to both his country and his hometown.

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The segment of State Route 20 in Lewis County beginning at mile marker 8 and ending at mile marker 9 is hereby designated the "Vince W. Hinson Memorial Highway" to honor this well-regarded resident of Lewis County who, through his hard work, kindness shown, and positive contributions made to his community, left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

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The segment of State Route 100 in Hickman County beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 50 West and ending at the bridge spanning the Duck River is hereby designated the "Chief Shannon Irwin Memorial Highway" to honor this respected resident of Hickman County who served as the Centerville Police Chief with great honor and integrity.

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The segment of State Route 100 in Hickman County beginning at the intersection of such route with Stoltz Road and ending at the intersection of such route with Cane Creek Road is hereby designated the "Constable Wayne A. Qualls Memorial Highway" to honor this respected resident of Hickman County and the Pleasantville community who served many years as the Constable for District 7 with great honor and integrity.

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The bridge on State Route 244 (Boonshill Petersburg Road) spanning Pleasant Valley Creek in Lincoln County, is hereby designated the "James Dysart Talley 'Big Jim' Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this respected, seventh generation resident of Lincoln County, who, as a veteran of the United States Air Force and long-time ironworker, proudly raised beef cattle on the Talley family farm established in 1817 and made a positive impact on his family and countless neighbors and friends in his community.

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The Walking Horse & Eastern Railroad overpass spanning State Route 437 near the intersection of such route with Railroad Avenue in Bedford County, is hereby designated the "Senator Jim Tracy Overpass" to honor this highly regarded public servant who served as state senator for the 14th District for thirteen years (2005-2017) and was widely known for his dedication to public service and to the people of his district, bringing a strong local focus to his work in state government, and in representing a largely rural area, he consistently emphasized issues important to his constituents, such as agriculture, transportation, education, and economic development.

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The segment of State Route 57 in Hardin County beginning at the intersection of such route with Aunt Bee Road and ending at the intersection of such route with Howard Lane is hereby designated the "Coach Robert A. 'Bob' Ingle Highway" to honor this extraordinary coach and educator at Pickwick Southside School who left a lasting legacy and was inducted into the Hardin County Hall of Fame in 2024.
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The segment of State Route 6 / U.S. Highway 31 (Nashville Highway) in Maury County beginning at the intersection of such route with State Route 246 (Carters Creek Pike) and ending at the intersection of such route with Raider Lane in front of Spring Hill High School is hereby designated the "Sterling Marlin Highway" to honor Sterling Burton Marlin, the legendary race car driver and accomplished graduate of Spring Hill High School who has been a great ambassador for Maury County and the community.

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The bridge on State Route 246 (Carters Creek Pike) spanning Carters Creek in Maury County, is hereby designated the "Colonel Joe Roberson Bridge" to honor this highly respected resident of Maury County who, after a distinguished thirty-year career in the United States Army and service during the Vietnam War, continued his commitment to public service as an educator and member of the Maury County Commission, and whose bravery, integrity, educational contributions, and civic leadership represent the very best of Maury County.

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The bridge on Woodlawn Drive spanning Interstate 440 in Nashville is hereby designated the "Jan Bushing Bridge" to honor the memory of this highly regarded public servant and passionate advocate of the Hillsboro-West End neighborhood who founded the Hillsboro-West End Neighborhood Association, chaired the Metro Planning Commission for sixteen years, served as the State Representative for District 56, worked as the director of school-based services for the Tennessee Department of Education, and made a lasting, positive impact on her community, including through her contributions to the installation and later restoration of the locally famous sea serpent sculpture in Fannie Mae Dees Park, affectionately known as "Dragon Park".

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The

bridge on State Route 16 / U.S. Highway 41A spanning Taylor Branch just south of the Nash Family Creamery in Bedford County, is hereby designated the "Greg Tucker Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this respected resident of Shelbyville, Tennessee, who, as a veteran of the United States Army and member of the Franklin Fire Department, was known for his selflessness, professionalism, and kind spirit and as a person deeply committed to his family, faith, and community.

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The segment of State Route 20 / U.S. Highway 412 in Henderson County beginning at log mile 0.0512 and ending at log mile 1.511 is hereby designated the "Harold Tyler Highway" to honor this respected resident of Henderson County who has served his community on the Henderson County School Board, Henderson County Commission, and Henderson County Volunteer Fire Department, demonstrating a strong commitment to improving the quality of life of his constituents and neighbors, and whose leadership, dedication, and unwavering service has made an indelible impact on Henderson County.

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The Blue Springs boat ramp located in Claiborne County is hereby designated the "SSG Terry W. Prater Memorial Boat Ramp" to honor the memory of Terry William Prater, Staff Sergeant, United States Army, who served with honor and distinction as a member of 1st Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, while defending our freedom and our way of life, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on March 15, 2007, when he was mortally wounded after his vehicle struck an explosive in Baghdad, Iraq.

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The segment of State Route 21 (Lake Drive) in the Town of Tiptonville, Lake County, extending one-quarter mile in each direction from 775 Lake Drive, is hereby designated the "Sheriff Paul David Jones Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this dedicated public servant of Lake County who, after serving in the United States Air Force and a twenty-five year career in the United States Postal Service, honorably served as a deputy, investigator, and then sheriff with Lake County Sheriff's Office.

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The segment of State Route 78 in Lake County, beginning in the Wynnburg Community and extending southward for approximately two (2) miles, is hereby designated the "Emerson Junior 'Sonny' Dokes Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this respected, lifelong resident of Lake County who greatly contributed to his community.

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The

bridge on Fairground Lane spanning Furnace Creek in Mountain City, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "Porter Stout Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this beloved resident of Mountain City, who, as a lifelong resident of Johnson County and huge supporter of Johnson County athletics, made a positive impact on his friends and neighbors in Johnson County and the Town of Mountain City.

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The segment of U.S. Highway 64 (Waterlevel Highway) in Bradley County, beginning at the intersection of such route with Old Parksville Road Northeast and ending at the intersection of such route with Osment Road Southeast, is hereby designated the "Dustin and Brittany Dillard Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of these beloved residents of the Georgetown community who were committed to their children, family, friends, and neighbors and were tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident on Christmas evening in 2022.

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The

segment of State Route 386 (Vietnam Veterans Boulevard) in Sumner County beginning at the Davidson County – Sumner County boundary and ending at the intersection of such route with Long Hollow Pike / Offitt Drive is hereby designated the "Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway" to honor the prominent political activist, media personality, and true pioneer for freedom of speech who co-founded the conservative student organization Turning Point USA and served as its executive director until his assassination in 2025.

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The segment of Amnicola Highway in Chattanooga, beginning at the intersection of such route with Wisdom Street and ending at the intersection of such route with Judd Road, is hereby designated the "K-9 Diesel Memorial Highway" to honor the memory of this intelligent, loyal, and brave German Shepherd who served as a law enforcement K-9 with the Chattanooga Police Department for one year and four months where he excelled in suspect searches and narcotics detection, and who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 17, 2025, when he succumbed to injuries he received while attempting to apprehend a suspect.

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The bridge on Nokian Tyres Drive spanning Little Richland Creek in Rhea County, is hereby designated the "Opportunity Bridge" as a lasting tribute to investments, including a new tire manufacturing facility, made in the City of Dayton and thousands of new jobs being created in Rhea County as a result that will forever change the economic landscape of the region.

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The new bridge on South Moore Road spanning Interstate 24 in the City of Chattanooga, is hereby designated the "Eugene 'Gene' Pike, Jr. Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this trusted funeral service professional and resident of the City of Chattanooga who devoted 67 years to serving families with compassion and dignity.

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The bridge on State Route 16 / U.S. Highway 41A spanning Harpeth River in Rutherford County, is hereby designated the "Herbert B. Crick Bridge" to honor this respected resident of Rutherford County, who served as postmaster for the Eagleville Post Office and made a positive impact on his family and countless neighbors and friends in his community.

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The segment of State Route 24 / U.S. Highway 70N in Smith County beginning at the intersection of such route with Rawls Creek Road and ending at the intersection of such route with Flat Rock Road is hereby designated the "Kenneth Bennett Memorial Highway" to honor this respected resident of Smith County who served his county with bravery and distinction as a United States Marine in the Vietnam War and later served his community as a small business owner and county commissioner and who was widely known for his generosity, compassion, and lifelong dedication to the residents of Smith County.

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The segment of State Route 80 (Pleasant Shade Highway) in Smith County beginning at the Smith County – Macon County boundary and ending at the intersection of such route with Shady Circle is hereby designated the "Vernon and Frances Hesson Memorial Highway" to honor these respected residents of Smith County who dedicated their lives to the safety, health, and well-being of the residents of Smith County and the Upper Cumberland region through decades of faithful public service.

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The segment of State Route 78 in Lake County beginning at the intersection of such route with Upper Wynnburg Road and ending at the intersection of such route with Wynnburg Bluebank Road is hereby designated the "Mark Allen Roberson Memorial Highway" to honor this well-regarded resident of Lake County who made a positive impact on his family and countless neighbors and friends in his community.

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The bridge on State Route 242 (Buffalo Road) spanning Crawfish Creek near the intersection of such route with Flatwoods Road in Lawrence County, is hereby designated the "Johnny R. Thompson Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this respected, lifelong resident of Lawrence County who was known for his integrity, strong work ethic, devotion to family, and commitment to his community.

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The segment of U.S. Highway 411 beginning at the intersection of such route with Gary R. Wade Boulevard in the City of Sevierville and ending at the intersection of such route with U.S. Highway 25W and the segment of U.S. Highway 25W beginning at the intersection of such route with U.S. Highway 411 and ending at the intersection of such route at Exit 432 on Interstate 40 in Cocke County, are hereby designated the "Dolly Parton Parkway" in immeasurable honor of one of Tennessee's most cherished native daughters and an international ambassador for Tennessee's music, culture, and values, who has committed her life to philanthropy, education, economic development, and community service, particularly in East Tennessee, which is the home and community that shaped her, and who has had a profound and lasting impact on Tennesseans, this country, and the world.

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The bridge on State Route 33 (Maynardville Highway) spanning Bullrun Creek in Union County, is hereby designated the "Cody Cheyenne Collins Memorial Bridge" to honor the memory of this respected resident who, as a veteran of the United States Army, serving with the 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne), and member of the Special Response Team at Y-12 National Security Complex, was known for his selflessness, professionalism, and kind spirit and as a person deeply committed to his family and friends.

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The segment of U.S. Highway 51 Bypass in Dyer County beginning at the intersection of such route with Hornbrook Street and ending at the intersection of such route with Lake Road is hereby designated the "Bill Revell Memorial Highway" to honor this highly respected public servant who served as Mayor of the City of Dyersburg for 26 years and who, through his hard work, kindness shown, and positive contributions made to his community, left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

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The segment of East Person Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee, beginning at the intersection of such route with U.S. Highway 51 and ending at the intersection of such route with Cincinnati Road (Silver Street), which is currently designated pursuant to Chapter 251 of the Public Acts of 2023 as the "Rep. Lois M. DeBerry Memorial Highway" is no longer designated as the "Rep. Lois M. DeBerry Memorial Highway" on or after the effective date of this amendment.

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The bridge on Murphy Lane spanning Clear Creek in the Town of Whiteville, Tennessee, is hereby designated the "Sgt. Tyrone Allen Memorial Bridge" to honor this dedicated, lifelong resident of Hardeman County who was committed to serving his country, community, and church, and who was a decorated veteran of the Tennessee National Guard.

ON APRIL 6, 2026, THE HOUSE SUBSTITUTED SENATE BILL 1478 FOR HOUSE BILL 1752, ADOPTED AMENDMENTS #2 AND 3, AND PASSED SENATE BILL 1478, AS AMENDED.

AMENDMENT #2 adds that the segment of Interstate 155 in Dyer County beginning at mile marker 1 and ending at mile marker 2 is designated as the "Shawn Stewart Memorial Highway" to honor this beloved resident of Dyer County who was known for his joyful sp
irit and positive impact on his community, and who tragically lost his life in a head-on collision with a drunk driver.

AMENDMENT #3 adds that the segment of State Route 100 in Davidson County beginning 100 yards west of the entrance to Edwin Warner Park and the Warner Park Nature Center and ending 100 yards east of such entrance is hereby designated the "Colby Ross Chase
Memorial Highway" to honor this young man who was known for his joyful spirit and positive impact on others, and who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident occurring at the park entrance.

ON APRIL 13, 2026, THE SENATE CONCURRED IN HOUSE AMENDMENT
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SENATE BILL 1478
By Massey

HOUSE BILL 1752
By Howell
HB1752
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AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 54,
relative to transportation infrastructure.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE:
SECTION 1. Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 54-1-135(b), is amended by inserting
the language "the state representatives and state senators who represent the county where the
actual or imminent transportation system failure or other emergency is located," immediately
before the language "and the comptroller of the treasury".
SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon becoming a law, the public welfare requiring it.