Maine 2025-2026 Regular Session

Maine House Bill LD2027

Introduced
12/3/25  
Refer
12/3/25  
Engrossed
1/20/26  
Enrolled
2/3/26  

Caption

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Woolwich the Woolwich Veterans Memorial Bridge

Impact

The proposed change not only serves to commemorate veterans but also strengthens community ties and promotes appreciation for service members. Renaming the bridge could encourage local pride and foster a sense of respect and acknowledgment for veterans within Woolwich. The action aligns with broader initiatives to honor military personnel and can potentially inspire other communities to consider similar recognitions.

Summary

LD2027 is a legislative resolve aimed at renaming a specific bridge, referred to as Bridge 3039 on Main Street in the Town of Woolwich, to the Woolwich Veterans Memorial Bridge. The bill emphasizes honoring the contributions of veterans and ensuring their remembrance within the community through a physical landmark. This resolve directs the Department of Transportation to implement this change and public recognition of the veterans' service.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding LD2027 appears to be positive, as it focuses on honoring veterans, a subject that typically garners bipartisan support. Community members and officials may view the name change as a meaningful tribute, reflecting an intention to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices made by veterans. Thus, the bill seems to receive wide acceptance and appeal within the community.

Contention

While there does not appear to be significant opposition to LD2027, certain concerns could arise regarding the appropriateness of the name and the implications of public funding for renaming infrastructure. However, these points of contention seem minor compared to the supportive sentiment for honoring veterans, indicating that the resolve is likely to pass with little debate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ME LD685

Resolve, to Rename the Mill Pond Bridge the Sebago Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD460

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Newfield the Dam's Mills Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD2181

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Roxbury the Roxbury-Frye Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD569

Resolve, to Rename the Shapleigh Bridge the Shapleigh Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD621

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Mattawamkeag the Mattawamkeag Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD617

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in the Town of Waterboro the Waterboro Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD796

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Windham and Gorham the Little Falls Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD464

Resolve, to Rename the Brackett Mill Bridge in Denmark the Brackett Mill Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD2183

Resolve, to Rename the Little River Bridge in the Town of Cornish the Cornish Veterans Memorial Bridge

ME LD862

Resolve, to Honor Scarborough Veterans by Renaming the Pine Point Crossing Bridge the Scarborough Veterans Memorial Bridge

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.