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Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2025-03-04

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This bill directs the North Carolina Department of Transportation to name an overpass on Interstate 74 in Laurinburg, Scotland County after Chief of Police Robert Lee Malloy. The overpass crosses South Main Street and will be officially designated in his honor.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue that naming public infrastructure after Chief Malloy honors his service and contributions to the Laurinburg community as a police leader.
• •Such designations recognize public servants and their commitment to law enforcement and community safety, serving as a lasting tribute to his career.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents may question whether naming infrastructure after individuals is the best use of legislative time and resources, or express concerns about establishing precedent for similar naming requests.
• •Some might argue that other forms of recognition or memorials could be more appropriate than designating public transportation infrastructure.