Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to honor individuals by naming a bridge in their memory. It seeks to designate a specific bridge in Burnsville, Minnesota, as the "Elmstrand Finseth Ruge Heroes Memorial Bridge."

Main Provisions

• Bridge Designation: The bill proposes that the bridge located on Burnsville Parkway over marked Interstate Highway 35W shall be officially named the "Elmstrand Finseth Ruge Heroes Memorial Bridge."
• Signage: The bill requires the commissioner to design and install appropriate signs to mark the designation of this bridge.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 161.14, by adding a new subdivision that includes the designation of the bridge's name.

Relevant Terms

• Elmstrand Finseth Ruge Heroes Memorial Bridge
• Burnsville Parkway
• Interstate Highway 35W
• Commissioner
• Bridge designation
• Minnesota Statutes 161.14