Route 59: adoption.
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes the route of State Highway Route 59. Currently, it runs from Route 152 to Route 99 near Merced and then to Snelling. By December 31, 2030, the California Transportation Commission must agree with Merced, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne counties to acquire and adopt county road J59 as part of the state highway system. After January 1, 2031, the route will be adjusted to run from Route 152 to Route 99 near Merced and then to the intersection of Routes 108 and 120.
Key provisions
- Requires the California Transportation Commission to reach an agreement with Merced, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne counties by December 31, 2030, regarding the acquisition of county road J59.
- Specifies that county road J59, also known as La Grange Road, will be adopted as part of State Highway Route 59.
- Outlines terms for the acquisition, including road repairs to be completed by December 31, 2030.
- States that counties do not need to upgrade the road to meet state highway standards immediately.
- Adjusts the route of State Highway Route 59 to the intersection of Routes 108 and 120, effective January 1, 2031.
Who is affected
- California Department of Transportation
- Counties of Merced, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne
- Motorists using Route 59
Notable changes
- The route of State Highway Route 59 is being altered.
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