An Act designating a bridge, identified as Bridge Key 22595, located on that portion of U.S. Route 22 in East Hanover Township, Lebanon County, over Pennsylvania Route 934 as the CW5 John Michael Travers Memorial Bridge.
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Create an account to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill officially designates a bridge on U.S. Route 22 in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, as the CW5 John Michael Travers Memorial Bridge. The bill recognizes the distinguished military service of CW5 John Michael Travers, a Vietnam War veteran and National Guard pilot who served with valor and dedication. The designation honors his contributions to the United States and his commitment to helping others, particularly veterans.
Key provisions
- Designates Bridge Key 22595 as the CW5 John Michael Travers Memorial Bridge.
- Details CW5 Travers’ military career, including service in the Vietnam War, the Army, and the Pennsylvania National Guard.
- Highlights Travers’ numerous commendations and awards, such as the Distinguished Flying Cross and Bronze Star with Valor Device.
- Recognizes his role in rescue missions during Hurricane Agnes and Tropical Storm Eloise.
- Acknowledges his contributions to aviation training and safety.
- Details his work establishing the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 542.
- Notes his advocacy for the Combat Medic Badge for Vietnam DUSTOFF air medics.
- Recognizes his battle with Agent Orange-related illnesses.
Who is affected
- Residents of Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
- Motorists using U.S. Route 22
- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
- The Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 542
Bill text
Read the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.
Document of record
- Version
- Pn 1314 Html
- Published
- Not published in the source record
This version is published only as a document. Open the viewer to read it here, or download the file.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
1 on record
Primary sponsor
Arguments
Reasons offered for and against this legislation.
Arguments in favor
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours