Resolve, To Name 2 Bridges in the Town of Harmony

Emergency preamble. Whereas,  acts and resolves of the Legislature do not become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and

Whereas,  it is important to honor Amy, Coty and Monica Lake and to keep the memory of this young family alive through the naming of 2 bridges in the Town of Harmony; and

Whereas,  the Legislature stands in strong opposition to domestic violence and supports all efforts to put an end to domestic violence; and

Whereas,  the naming of the 2 bridges also serves as a tribute to all victims of domestic violence; and

Whereas,  it is important to ensure that signs on the named bridges be in place immediately to raise awareness regarding domestic violence and its impact on individuals, communities and the State of Maine; and

Whereas,  in the judgment of the Legislature, these facts create an emergency within the meaning of the Constitution of Maine and require the following legislation as immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety; now, therefore, be it

Sec. 1. Bridge on State Route 150 named. Resolved: That the Department of Transportation shall designate Bridge 5846 on State Route 150 known as Higgins Stream Bridge that crosses Higgins Stream in the Town of Harmony the Amy, Coty and Monica Bridge; and be it further

Sec. 2. Bridge on State Route 154 named. Resolved: That the Department of Transportation shall designate Bridge 5126 on State Route 154 that crosses the Sebasticook River at Mainstream in the Town of Harmony the Remember Me Bridge.

Emergency clause. In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this legislation takes effect when approved.