An Act designating a bridge, currently identified as the Fort Duquesne Bridge, on that portion of U.S. Route 279 over the Allegheny River, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, as the Franco Harris Bridge.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill officially renames the Fort Duquesne Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the Franco Harris Bridge. The bill highlights Franco Harris’s extensive career and numerous contributions to the community, including his NFL accomplishments, charitable work, and advocacy for various causes. The renaming is intended to honor his legacy and recognize his impact on Pittsburgh and beyond.
Key provisions
- Designates the Fort Duquesne Bridge as the Franco Harris Bridge.
- Details Franco Harris’s extensive football career and accomplishments.
- Lists numerous awards and recognitions received by Franco Harris, including NFL accolades, humanitarian awards, and community leadership roles.
- Requires the Department of Transportation to install signs identifying the bridge as the Franco Harris Bridge.
Who is affected
- Residents of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Visitors to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- The Pittsburgh community
- The National Football League (NFL)
- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Notable changes
- The Fort Duquesne Bridge will now be officially known as the Franco Harris Bridge.
- This renaming serves as a permanent tribute to Franco Harris’s significant contributions.
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