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Resolve, To Name the Route 11 Bridge over the Saco River in Standish and Limington the Veterans Memorial Bridge
Emergency preamble. Whereas, acts and resolves of the Legislature do not become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and
Whereas,  a ceremony to honor veterans is planned for Memorial Day, May 25, 2015 at the Route 11 bridge renamed in the legislation; and
Whereas,  that date will pass before the 90-day period expires; 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,
Sec. 1 Route 11 bridge named. Resolved: That the Department of Transportation shall designate Bridge 3328 on Route 11 that crosses the Saco River between the Town of Standish and the Town of Limington the Veterans Memorial Bridge and shall erect an appropriate sign or signs to proclaim this designation.
Emergency clause.  In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this legislation takes effect when approved.